Patch management (aka update management) is the process of distributing and deploying software updates. Here’s everything you need to know about it, and how to use it to best secure your business.
Patch management involves the acquisition, review, and deployment of patches to an IT infrastructure. A patch is a piece of software code that improves an installed program – you can literally think about it as a “bandage” applied to software.
Every time a security flaw or bug is discovered or the program’s functionality needs to be enhanced, software developers create a patch to address these aspects. Patches can be deployed to your entire infrastructure including software/operating systems, routers, IoT equipment, servers, and more.
