Automated patch management: The process where software updates are identified, acquired, and applied to systems automatically, without the need for human intervention. This procedure is critical in maintaining system security as it ensures that vulnerabilities are quickly addressed, reducing the window of opportunity for malicious actors to exploit known weaknesses.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D5: Cloud Security Operations | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D7: Security Operations | Security+ D5: Security Program Management and Oversight | SSCP D7: Systems and Application Security
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