How to update Nipper
We continually enhance the accuracy of our configuration auditing tool, Nipper. Each new release builds the support it provides. Developments include enhanced device support, new plugins, additional features, and bug fixes, as well as updates to the vulnerabilities it detects from the National Vulnerability Database.
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for updating your software to the latest version.
Checking for updates
From the Nipper Home Screen you can see when your last check for updates was run. If this was not recently, you should follow the steps below to find out what version of Nipper you are using and how to access the latest release.
Updating to the latest version from the Nipper Home Screen
You can update your current version of Nipper within the software in a few simple steps:
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Firstly, open Nipper and locate the Help section on the top navigation bar.
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Clicking Help will open the drop-down menu, then select Check For Updates.
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You will then be able to see which version of Nipper you are currently running. Select the Check for Updates button to run a check against the Titania servers.
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Next, you we see the release notes with a description of what is new in the latest version of the software.
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Select Download & Install and follow the on-screen instructions to update to the latest version.
Installing the latest version of Nipper from the Titania website
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Firstly, visit the Log in area on the Titania website and enter the email address and password associated with your account.
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After logging in, you will be redirected to the Dashboard. Select the Download Area.
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Inside the Download Area, select View Download. This will take you to the latest available installs where you can select the correct file for your operating system.
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After clicking Download, the installer will download. Once this is downloaded, you will be able to install Nipper. For details on how to install Nipper on each OS, visit Installing Nipper