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What is Patch Management and Why is it Important?

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WHAT IS PATCH MANAGEMENT?

Patch management is perhaps one of the most underrated and often ignored security component. Patch management is a central way to manage the update process on computer systems. It helps manage downloads, installations, and patch reporting. In today’s world, you can never be too safe and patch management is a sure way to keep your machine running securely and without issues.

 WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?


Patches are usually what help fix the vulnerabilities that you hear about on the news every so often. However, it is a piece of code, meaning the person installing it has to be somewhat knowledgeable about it. You’ve experienced patches numerous times in your life. If you’ve ever seen the pop up notifications telling you it’s time for an update and to restart your computer, well then you’ve experienced a common example of a patch.

Software isn’t always enough. It’s a man-made item, which means there’s room for error, leaving your system open to a chance of attacks. If a vendor has ceased from supporting a certain software, it is highly advised to stop using that software immediately. If a vendor is no longer supporting a software, it means no more patches will be available for future vulnerabilities.

Patch management is an essential tool for anyone with a business. Any sort of data breech can be detrimental to a company’s reputation and can also be very expensive.

Patch management is routine maintenance on your entire computer system. It’s similar to getting your oil changed and keeping your car we maintained. It can still run without having to do those things, but will make the car extremely vulnerable.

Partner with your IT professional to discuss patch management and how to implement it in your system today.

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