The cybersecurity landscape is tougher than ever, defined by relentless ransomware and rapid infrastructure shifts. Getting your data back after an attack isn’t enough; you need speed, intelligence, and proof that your recovered data is clean.
Today, Veeam® Software, the #1 global leader in data resilience, is meeting this challenge head-on with the launch of Veeam Data Platform v13.
This isn’t just an update, it’s a foundational evolution designed to redefine cyber resilience, deliver intelligent data protection, and secure data freedom for the future.
Here’s a breakdown of the three major pillars that make V13 a game-changer.
Pillar 1: Intelligent Security and Unmatched Forensics
Ransomware attacks are increasingly sophisticated. Veeam v13 turns the tables by embedding next-generation security intelligence directly into the platform, accelerating your recovery and your forensic capabilities.
Introducing Recon Scanner 3.0: Security, Built-In
Powered by Coveware by Veeam, Recon Scanner 3.0 is now a native part of the Veeam Data Platform, giving you real-time operational threat visibility before, during, and after an incident.
- Real-Time Threat Detection: Flags suspected adversary behavior like brute force attempts and suspicious file activity across monitored endpoints.
- Consolidated Triage Inbox: Manage all suspicious activity in one place with severity ratings, reducing alert fatigue.
- Forensics Mapping: Collects forensic data and maps findings directly to the MITRE ATT&CK framework, providing unmatched context for your security teams.
- Veeam Intelligence-Driven Malware Analysis AI Agent: Advanced AI automatically classifies and reports malware, providing guided remediation to ensure every recovery is trusted and clean.
Security-First Foundation
The new release reinforces security fundamentals, including:
- Immutable by Default: Backups are now immutable by default, aligning with best practices to protect your recovery points from unauthorised tampering.
- Enhanced Access Control: Least-privilege access and centralised authentication using SAML-based SSO streamline secure access and reduce exposure.
- Deep ITSM/Security Integration: Seamless integration with platforms like CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, Splunk, and ServiceNow unifies your detection and response efforts.
Pillar 2: Data Freedom and Expansive Infrastructure Coverage
As infrastructure evolves, your data protection shouldn’t lock you into yesterday’s technology. V13 expands workload coverage and enhances mobility, critical for both cloud adoption and AI modernisation efforts.
Instant Recovery, Everywhere
Instant Recovery to Microsoft Azure: Achieve true instant recovery of critical workloads directly into Azure, complete with a secure cleanroom environment for validation, slashing downtime.
The Universal Hypervisor Integration API
This is a revolutionary move for data freedom. Veeam is launching a first-of-its-kind Universal Hypervisor Integration API, a flexible framework that enables any hypervisor vendor to integrate natively with Veeam’s robust backup and recovery capabilities using a standardised API.
This future-proofs your environment, accommodating emerging virtualisation technologies like:
- Scale Computing HyperCore™ (Available Now)
- HPE Morpheus VM Essentials, Citrix XenServer, XCP-ng, and more (Coming Soon)
- Native support for Red Hat OpenShift Virtualisation (Scheduled for 2026)
Pillar 3: Simplicity, Modern Management, and Cost Efficiency
Data resilience shouldn’t require complex, proprietary hardware. V13 doubles down on simplicity, openness, and high availability.
The Veeam Software Appliance (with High Availability)
Say goodbye to proprietary hardware lock-in and OS management overhead. V13 introduces a hardened, turnkey Linux-based appliance that:
- Deploys in minutes and self-updates.
- Now supports High Availability for uninterrupted operations.
- Offers significant cost savings compared to traditional proprietary appliances.
Modern Web Console
Management gets a facelift with a new, customer-hosted, browser-based UI. This modern console simplifies setup, reduces infrastructure requirements, and streamlines daily management for a more intuitive experience.
The Future is Intelligent Resilience
Veeam Data Platform v13 is more than a protection solution; it’s a strategic platform built for the demands of the AI era. It delivers the intelligence, automation, and flexibility you need to not just recover from, but outsmart cyberattacks, eliminate lock-in, and pave the way for innovation.
Ready to elevate your cyber resilience standard?
You can purchase Veeam Data Platform v13 through Nexstor to gain access to our expert-led deployment, specialised training, and 24/7 localised support, ensuring you maximise the security and intelligence of your new platform.
Book a meeting with a Nexstor Veeam specialist today!
