<p>Based on customer feedback, we have made an improvement in accessibility within Impact.&nbsp;This improvement brings updated “clear” controls for DataTable search in key areas, adding an "x" button in the search box. This update is shown below:</p> <p style="text-align:left"><img alt="" class="fb-img" src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/media.forumbee.com/i/a0807312-d976-4c83-870c-811b816c3b23/h/547.png" style="" width="1726"></p>…

<h4>SECURITY</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Clickjacking protection added:</strong>&nbsp;Impact now includes an HTTP security header that prevents the application from being embedded in unauthorized external sites — protecting logged-in users from a class of UI-based attacks.</p></li> <li><p><strong>File path vulnerabilities fixed:</strong>&nbsp;Multiple instances where user input could be used to access unintended files have been identified and resolved across the application.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Performance vulnerability patched:</strong>&nbsp;Problematic code patterns that could allow a specially crafted input to freeze the application have been rewritten, protecting against denial-of-service scenarios.</p></li> <li><p><strong>URL validation hardened:</strong>&nbsp;URL trust checks have been rewritten to properly parse and inspect web addresses, closing potential paths for redirect or request-forgery attacks.</p></li> </ul> <h4>ACCESSIBILITY</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Keyboard-accessible search clear buttons:</strong>&nbsp;Search fields in Balance and Impact data grids now include a clear button that can be reached and used without a mouse.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Recipient List page header fixed:</strong>&nbsp;A layout issue with the header on the Impact Template Recipient List page has been corrected.</p></li> </ul> <h4>DATA IMPORTS</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Large ZIP file support for recipient photo imports:</strong>&nbsp;Bulk photo imports now handle large ZIP files without errors.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Photo file size validation:</strong>&nbsp;Photo imports now check file sizes before processing and surface a clear error message if a file exceeds configured limits.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Class Year validation updated on Q&amp;A imports:</strong>&nbsp;Class Year is now a warning (not a hard error) on Q&amp;A page bulk imports, consistent with other import types.</p></li> </ul> <h4>BUG FIXES</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Duplicate import error fixed:</strong>&nbsp;Re-importing a recipient/fund/reporting period combination that already exists across multiple reporting periods no longer causes an error.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Fund Value now shows the correct value:</strong>&nbsp;The Funds view was incorrectly showing the contributed value instead of the actual fund value. This has been corrected.</p></li> <li><p><strong>"Null" constituent name display fixed:</strong>&nbsp;Constituent names were appearing as "null" in some cases. A fix has been applied.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Raiser's Edge NXT sync issue resolved:</strong>&nbsp;An issue preventing nightly syncs with the RE NXT integration has been resolved. Further improvements are in progress.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Flex page white space fixed:&nbsp;</strong>Unexpected white space on Flex pages has been corrected. If your template is affected, contact Support to apply the fix.</p></li> </ul>…

<h4>NEW FEATURES &amp; IMPROVEMENTS</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Active Reporting Period Banner:</strong>&nbsp;A banner now appears at the top of the application showing the currently active reporting period. Administrators also see a direct link to the Reporting Periods management page for quick access.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Renamed "Recipient Reporting Periods":</strong> The label previously called "Reporting Periods" has been updated to "Recipient Reporting Periods" throughout the application for greater clarity.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Class Year no longer required on Horizontal Thank You &amp; Recipient List imports:</strong>&nbsp;Class Year validation is now a warning instead of a hard error on bulk imports, reducing friction for customers with non-standard class year data.</p></li> </ul> <h4>BUG FIXES</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Recipient Type is now locked when expected:</strong>&nbsp;For recipients attached to a Recipient List, the Recipient Type field is now correctly disabled, preventing unintended changes.</p></li> <li><strong>Bulk import now validates recipient type:</strong>&nbsp;If the import type doesn't match a recipient's type, the import will surface a clear error and stop, preventing silent data issues.</li> </ul>…

<h4>IMPROVEMENTS</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Template image size validation:</strong>&nbsp;Impact now prevents oversized images from being uploaded to report templates. This improves template performance and reduces errors during the proofing process.</p></li> </ul> <h4>INFRASTRUCTURE</h4> <ul> <li><strong>Database migration complete:</strong> All Impact customer databases were successfully moved to a new, higher-performance server environment with no interruption to service.</li> </ul>…

<h4>NEW FEATURES</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Proof confirmation dialog:</strong>&nbsp;When proofing a report template that has already been proofed, you'll now see a confirmation prompt before proceeding. This prevents accidental overwrites of existing proofs.</p></li> </ul> <h4>ACCESSIBILITY</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Data tables are more screen reader friendly:</strong>&nbsp;All data grids now use proper HTML table structure, making it easier for assistive technology to read column and row relationships.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Improved modal focus behavior:</strong>&nbsp;When a dialog is closed, keyboard focus now correctly returns to the element that opened it — a common need for keyboard and screen reader users.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Status messages announced automatically:</strong>&nbsp;Success, warning, and error alerts are now announced by screen readers as they appear, so users relying on assistive technology receive real-time feedback.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Dialogs properly identified by screen readers:</strong> Modal dialogs now include the correct accessibility attributes, so screen readers can identify their boundaries, titles, and purpose.</p></li> </ul>…

<h4>SECURITY</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Improved application security:</strong>&nbsp;A full vulnerability scan was completed and software packages across Impact were updated. Known security issues have been addressed. Image uploads are now restricted to authorized roles only, resolving a finding from a recent security audit.</p></li> </ul> <h4>ACCESSIBILITY</h4> <ul> <li><p><strong>Screen reader improvements:&nbsp;</strong>All form fields now have properly labeled inputs, making it easier for screen reader users to navigate Impact.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Links are easier to identify:</strong>&nbsp;Inline links throughout the application now include underlines, helping users with color blindness distinguish them from surrounding text.</p></li> <li><strong>Full keyboard navigation:</strong>&nbsp;All scrollable regions and interactive table controls can now be accessed and operated using only the keyboard.</li> </ul>…