Consider forced patching in extreme cases for systems with significantly outdated versions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nOne of the barriers to patching is not having readily available patching compliance data. In many cases, organizations do not have an accurate inventory of systems and versions, and therefore do not have a complete picture of what systems are in need of patching.<\/p>\n
Ensure you have accurate system inventory data as part of your patch management program.<\/b> System inventory data is a key component to compliance metrics and reporting. Patch management compliance metrics should be reported frequently and consistently. They should also be incorporated into a management level dashboard. Reporting on patching compliance is another way management can drive accountability and make patching a key component of business viability.<\/p>\n
Patch management is largely an IT function with a technology-heavy focus. However, technology can only go so far in patching your organization\u2019s systems. In most organizations, patching is dependent on a collaboration between IT and the business.<\/p>\n
Having a proactive patch management program focused on routine patching with a clear mandate, defined structure and accountability is vital to making routing patching a priority across the organization. Use technology such as scanning and system built tools along with a program management approach to increase compliance and ultimately reduce the risk of system vulnerability or outages.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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