Fides 2.51.0 release notes

• 2.51.0: December 9, 2024

Helios

Detect and classify global data risks with comprehensive visualization for data mapping and reporting for modern Enterprise.

• Fides now filters out vendors removed from the IAB Global Vendor List, ensuring TCF vendor lists are always up to date.
• Fixed a bug where dataset subfields were not properly removed from classification, improving data categorization workflows.

Janus

High performance consent recording and orchestration for data sharing, built for enterprise data engineering and AI pipelines.

• Introduced the fides_consent_override option in the FidesJS SDK to support writing preferences that may be set in other dialogues, such as the iOS App Tracking Transparency prompt.
• Added support for the new script ConsentMethod in the FidesJS SDK to enable tracking of automated consent actions when a preference is set outside the Fides CMP.
• Enhanced the sample app, Cookie House, to be fully responsive, ensuring a seamless user experience across devices.
• Resolved an issue with deleted GVL vendors appearing in the FidesJS TCF experience but being non-consentable in a valid TC string.
• Improved positioning of the Fides brand link in the Privacy Center for better visual alignment.

Lethe

Enterprise grade privacy request management and processing with a single orchestration layer for DSRs across vendors and systems

• Added an Action Type column in privacy request event logs, offering enhanced visibility into request activities.
• A dedicated page for running standalone dataset tests was added under system integrations, enabling better debugging of dataset configurations.
• Updated API functionality to allow for the deletion of all datasets, providing more flexibility in dataset management.
• SaaS integrations using oauth_client_credentials now properly update and refresh access tokens when secrets are edited or tokens expire.
• Enhanced the Gorgias integration with masking_strategy_override for email fields, ensuring consistent data masking across requests.
• Resolved an issue where integrations would unintentionally re-enable after saving connection forms.

Fides core

• System tab URLs now include hashes for improved navigation and bookmarking capabilities.
• Migrated all remaining Chakra Select components to Ant Design’s Select component, achieving UI consistency with the new design system.
• Enhanced logging for privacy request handling, providing better visibility for debugging and operational insights.

Security

• Introduced the dsr_testing_tools_enabled security setting, allowing administrators to toggle data subject request (DSR) testing tools based on their needs.