Hello everyone!
Today we released a new update for your players.
Player version - 85.0-66270
Requires App version 80.23 or above
To strengthen overall security and meet evolving regulatory expectations (including those in the EU), we’ve introduced enhanced user authentication controls. These new features are optional and are detailed below. This update is focused on improving system security and includes some features many of you have been asking for.
To access the new settings, go to your Account Settings and open Privacy & Security. You’ll find a new section called Connection Security, where you can configure the following three options:
The new settings you have are:
Authentication: This setting applies to third-party integrations that use Sonos cloud services and Local Area Network (LAN) APIs. When enabled, it requires those integrations to authenticate before connecting. This may also affect services like Direct Control (e.g., music apps with direct playback to Sonos devices) and some features using AirPlay.
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play): This setting controls support for the older UPnP protocol, which is no longer actively maintained. Disabling it may prevent older apps and devices - such as the original desktop controller or some third-party apps - from connecting, especially if they rely on UPnP instead of newer protocols like MUSE.
Guest access: This option controls whether devices to the same WiFi network as your Sonos system can control playback, volume, and group configuration without needing admin-level access. When disabled, only authenticated or authorized users can control the system.
The default setting of these settings are:
- Authentication is off by default
- UPNP is on by default
- Guest Access is on by default
Enabling/Disabling them may affect how certain third-party apps or legacy components interact with your system. We’re making you aware of them so you can choose to enable them if you’re looking to apply additional security controls and are not relying on features such as UPnP.
Also, we are discontinuing support for the legacy WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) standard, which is recognized as outdated and insecure. If your network is still using WEP, we recommend updating your router settings or upgrading to a modern router. While this change may require a one-time adjustment, it aligns with current security best practices and helps maintain a more secure wireless environment.
After the update, Sonos speakers won’t connect to WEP-secured networks anymore. To avoid any connection issues, make sure your WiFi uses a modern encryption standard like WPA2 and/or WPA3.
As usual, the new features will be rolled out gradually over the coming weeks to help ensure stability and performance. We’ll post another update once the release has been completed.
