Microsoft Patch Tuesday and patch management

Patch management can be a full-time job by itself. Get advice on how to install a security patch, patch deployment, tools, and policy. Also get the latest news on Microsoft Patch Tuesday and vulnerabilities and security patch management updates from other major software vendors .

July 28, 2021 28 Jul'21
CISA unveils list of most targeted vulnerabilities in 2020

Attackers chased the headlines in 2020, going after the most publicized vulnerabilities in Citrix, Pulse Secure and Fortinet products, according to the U.S. government.
July 27, 2021 27 Jul'21
Open source web app projects hailed for quickly patching bugs

Nine vulnerabilities in three popular open source SMB tools were cleaned up within 24 hours after Rapid7 reported the flaws to their development teams.
July 22, 2021 22 Jul'21
Risk & Repeat: Vulnerability patching still falling short

Many organizations still fail to patch critical vulnerabilities, even when they're under exploitation in the wild. What are the best ways to improve patching rates?
July 21, 2021 21 Jul'21
Hackers embrace 5-day workweeks, unpatched vulnerabilities

Bad guys are taking the weekends off too, according to Barracuda Networks, and old bugs that should have been patched months ago continue to be the most-targeted vulnerabilities.

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WUfB vs. WSUS: Which handles Windows updates better?

Trying to get a handle on Windows updates can frustrate even the most seasoned administrators. Which of these two patch management tools fit best in your environment? Continue Reading
5 WSUS alternatives for patch management

Compare the features and functionality of five prominent patch management tools for Microsoft and third-party applications to find the right option for your organization. Continue Reading
Cisco CISO says today's enterprise must take chances

Cisco CISO Steve Martino talks about taking chances, threats, how the security leader's role is changing and what really works when it comes to keeping the company secure. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Key security patch testing best practices

Every company has to update and patch its software, but unless the process is carefully managed, serious problems can occur. How can you make sure you're following the right steps? Continue Reading
8 video conferencing security and privacy best practices

Video conferencing tools are a remote worker's lifeline. As such, it is essential to maintain their security. These eight best practices will help ensure secure, private video-enabled meetings. Continue Reading
5 enterprise patch management best practices

It might not be the most exciting of responsibilities, but the value of enterprise patch management cannot be denied. Review these best practices to build a smooth patching process. Continue Reading

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How to conduct security patch validation and verification

Learn about the verification and validation phases of the security patch deployment cycle, two steps key to ensuring an organization's patch management procedure is proactive. Continue Reading
Tips for overcoming MSP patch management pain points

Software patch management is more difficult than it once was. Industry experts offer advice on how to best stay ahead of the patching curve and reduce risks to both MSPs and customers. Continue Reading
ICS security challenges and how to overcome them

Security cannot be an afterthought in internet-connected industrial control systems. IEEE member Kayne McGladrey offers best practices to stay safe in a connected world. Continue Reading