VitalPBX 4.5.1 R1: Enhanced Security, Better CRM Integration & Powerful CLI Tools

Release Date: May 16, 2025

Introduction

The VitalPBX 4.5.1 R1 release marks another significant step forward in our mission to deliver a robust and user-friendly PBX platform. VitalPBX is renowned for providing cutting-edge telephony solutions that combine flexibility, powerful features, and strong security. This release continues that tradition with a focus on usability, security, and integration enhancements.

With version 4.5.1 R1, we’ve introduced crucial updates such as Salesforce call recording uploads, a new command-line backup creation feature, and comprehensive fixes to improve overall system stability. Whether you’re an admin managing multi-tenant environments or a business looking for seamless CRM integration, this update has something impactful for you.

What’s New in VitalPBX 4.5.1 R1

🔹 Added

• CLI Backup Creation: You can now create backups directly via the command line using a UUID. This adds automation capabilities and simplifies backup management through the command vitalpbx make-backup.
• Salesforce Call Recordings Upload: Enhancing CRM integration, you can now upload call recordings directly to Salesforce call logs, bridging communication records with customer relationship tools.
• Fanvil V66 Series Support: Extended compatibility with the latest Fanvil V66 series ensures broader device support and smoother deployments.

🔄 Updated

• Asterisk Version: Updated to Asterisk 20.14.0 for enhanced performance and security fixes.

⚙️ Improved

• Global Limit Warnings: Now fully disabled when the setting is turned off in the GUI, improving clarity for administrators.
• NGINX Configuration File Handling: Add-on NGINX configs are now renamed to prevent service disruptions during updates.
• VitalPBX CLI Usability: Enhanced usage descriptions improve the user experience when navigating CLI options.
• Postfix IPv4 Enforcement: Forces IPv4 to ensure consistent mail delivery in mixed network environments.
• Improved TLS Connection Labeling: Uses tls+sip: for more stable and secure VitalPBX Connect sessions.
• Asterisk Driver Optimization: Prevents unnecessary reloads when no actual changes are made, boosting efficiency.

🛠️ Fixed

• Restored proper provisioning permissions post-tenant restoration, ensuring secure access control.
• Resolved a critical provisioning vulnerability affecting multi-tenant device access control.
• Corrected Yealink T29G and T48G key mappings for accurate expansion module functionality.
• Sanitized email fields to avoid malformed headers and ensure email integrity.
• Cleaned up Salesforce CRM integration by removing invalid parameters in lead data.
• Applied correct permissions to the Asterisk monitor folder, preventing recording access errors.
• Fixed GUI-related blank screen issue when updating Let’s Encrypt certificates.
• Ensured complete removal of the Voice Hub add-on through script corrections.
• Fixed AI Assistants uninstall script to clean up associated resources effectively.
• Enabled editing of orphaned AI Assistants, even when deleted from the OpenAI portal.

Conclusion

The VitalPBX 4.5.1 R1 release is a powerful update that addresses essential aspects of system security, usability, and integration. It strengthens our commitment to providing a top-tier PBX experience by enhancing core functionalities and resolving key user concerns.

We encourage all users to upgrade and take full advantage of these new features and improvements. Download VitalPBX 4.5.1 today and experience the next level of PBX performance.