Product Enhancements
1.1 Payment Sync Reliability & Monitoring
ID# 1321611
We’ve implemented an internal syncing mechanism for the Request Submission and Payment process to ensure requests are synced only after successful payment completion. Additionally, we’ve introduced an email notification system that alerts users whenever a payment transaction fails. This improvement ensures users are promptly informed of any issues, enhancing transparency and providing a smoother overall experience.
1.2 Implement Auto Unlock all User after specified time - PAL Config
ID# 1327403
We’ve introduced an automated flow in PAL Config that automatically unlocks users who have been locked out due to multiple failed login attempts after 15 minutes. This enhancement improves user accessibility and reduces the need for manual backend intervention, streamlining account recovery and minimizing administrative overhead.
Security Updates
We’ve made the following security updates in this version of PAL:
ID | Description |
|---|---|
1337635 | Implemented a solution so that deleting a request in FOIAXpress will hide corresponding Request for Documents (RFDs) in the Collaboration Portal to prevent any further action while the request is the Request Recycle Bin. Once the request is permanently deleted from the system, the RFDs will be automatically deleted from the Collaboration Portal. |
1336305 | Fixed an error causing the Middle Name and the Last Name to be same when submitted PAL requests are received in FOIAXpress. |
1332858 | Resolved slow document delivery to PAL post USDA Production environment upgrade. |
1331504 | Implemented restrictions to prevent unauthorized access to FOIAXpress and Collaboration Portal. |
1323896 | Implemented rate limiting for the password reset functionality in both PAL and PAL Configuration to prevent abuse by limiting the number of password reset attempts, thereby improving security and protecting against brute-force attacks. |