Neglecting regular patch management can create gaping security holes, leaving agencies susceptible to malware, ransomware and other attacks. In fact, according to Sophos, almost a quarter of state and ...

There are three major players when it comes to patch management: security analysts, IT professionals, and attackers. And unfortunately, there is usually a lot of friction between the security and IT ...

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IT policies that govern the automation of network management processes are similar to an airplane’s sophisticated autopilot system. A pilot enters the destination, course, route and altitude ...

Value stream management involves people in the organization to examine workflows and other processes to ensure they are deriving the maximum value from their efforts while eliminating waste — of ...

Following basic security practices for patch management strategies is only partially solved by better tools and culture shifts, say IT experts. Enterprise security patching remains a challenge despite ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. If you haven't heard of risk-based patch management (RBPM), it is emerging as an ...

With the security of the network at stake and new exploits arriving almost daily, an ad hoc approach to software fixes won't cut it At one time, the concept of patch management merely meant keeping an ...

Cyber attacks are becoming more frequent and sophisticated. According to an International Monetary Fund report, the global cost of cyber crime is projected to reach $23tn by 2027, a staggering 175% ...

Though only 27% of decision makers surveyed have deployed one of these solutions now, analyst says their use is a best practice. Failing to patch vulnerabilities keeps biting CISOs. The most recent ...

It needn't be like painting the Forth Bridge... just paint those girders most in need a lick of paint... Businesses are favouring a 'selective but effective' approach to patch management - rather than ...