Patch Management: The process of identifying, testing, and deploying patches in a controlled and timely manner. Used to maintain the security and reliability of computer systems. Examples -creating a patch schedule and plan for a network of servers, testing patches in a sandbox environment before deployment, and using automated tools to distribute and apply patches to multiple systems.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D5: Cloud Security Operations | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D7: Security Operations | Security+ D1: General Security Concepts | SSCP D3: Risk Identification Monitoring and Analysis
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