Shure has announced a comprehensive security enhancement for its Microflex ecosystem of devices and software applications.

The major ecosystem updates include security features such as 802.1x, which provides enhanced visibility and control over all networked devices, and a more streamlined workflow for more straightforward setup, deployment, and system management.

“AV security is critical in education, enterprise, and government organisations,” said Chris Meyer, Director of Product Security and Conferencing Platforms at Shure.

With employees and students often collaborating from different locations, IT professionals are tasked with deploying and managing systems at scale, while balancing security features without compromising usability. By integrating enterprise-level security features into the Microflex Ecosystem, Designer 6.1, and IntelliMix Room 6.1, IT professionals can easily and confidently deploy Shure products into their environment while also protecting users’ audio.”

Designer 6.1 delivers improved foundational security technology, enhanced authentication, encrypted audio, and customisable device configurations across the entire Microflex Ecosystem portfolio to enable next-gen audio. Users can now fine-tune and manage devices to match specific room requirements, limit service access to only what is needed, and optimise overall workflow.

To provide advanced IT solutions for AV issues, IntelliMix Room 6.1 Audio Processing Software now features Stereo Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) to create immersive meeting experiences. This intelligent AEC technology detects and eliminates echoes, reducing the need for extensive room treatments and complex audio configurations for integrators. It allows participants to fully engage in discussions without distractions from echo disruptions.

Stereo AEC provides left and right loudspeaker support, catering to attendees’ positional and spatial audio needs and allowing for future enhancements in meeting experiences.

More Details On The New Security Features

Shure stresses that the Microflex Ecosystem portfolio employs a multi-faceted approach to device security, incorporating industry-standard technologies and workflows to ensure robust protection against potential threats.

One key security measure is 802.1x, a network access control protocol that ensures devices can access a network only with proof of identity and authorisation. Additionally, Service Control allows customisation of network behaviour by enabling or disabling specific protocols and functions based on performance and security needs. This flexibility ensures that the network can be tailored to meet both operational and security requirements.

To protect against the execution of unauthorised software, Shure implements Secure Boot/Package Signing, which verifies the validity of software and firmware before allowing it to load. Secure Storage provides a mechanism to securely store sensitive information on a device in an encrypted format, safeguarding critical data from unauthorised access.

Furthermore, the Microflex Ecosystem includes Secure Remote Password (SRP), a protocol that authenticates a user to a device without transmitting the passphrase over the network, adding an extra layer of security. To protect audio data, Encrypted Audio Network utilises AES-based encryption to ensure that audio transmitted over the network is safeguarded from eavesdropping or interception.

Shure emphasises that these measures underscore Shure’s commitment to delivering secure, high-quality products.

What Has Shure Been Up To In 2024?

In April, Neat partnered with Shure to improve audio-visual user experiences by enabling the seamless integration between the Neat Bar Pro and various Shure Microflex Ecosystem solutions.

By combining the video technology of the Neat Bar Pro with the audio capabilities of Shure’s Microflex Ecosystem, Neat believes users can achieve the “optimum combination” for meeting solutions. This union of technologies is designed to provide an engaging and equitable meeting experience for all participants, regardless of the complexity of the meeting space. It ensures everyone can participate in the conversation, enhancing overall collaboration and communication.

Last month, the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA) also partnered with Shure to upgrade its audio technology for next-gen training of audio professionals.

LAMDA announced a significant upgrade via Shure’s Axient Digital Wireless System, supplied by Autograph Sound. This will enable the next generation of theatre audio technicians and designers to leverage cutting-edge audio technology at LAMDA.



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