Security News > 2023 > May > Identifying a Patch Management Solution: Overview of Key Criteria

An evaluation that begins with a focus on specific key criteria - essential attributes and functionality likely to be offered by many vendors but not all - will allow IT teams to narrow down their options as they work to identify the best solution for their organization's patch management needs.

In Linux operating systems, the platform must determine whether a patch can be applied or if an existing patch must be removed before the new patch is applied, at which point the original patch can be reinstalled.

In order to determine the impact of a patch on existing systems, a patch management tool must be capable of deploying a patch for testing in a closed environment.

A patch management tool should know who trusted uploaders and publishers are, be able to validate the patch and support an on-site repository of validated and trusted patches.

When the search for a patch management solution begins with an emphasis on key criteria considered to be non-negotiable, decision-makers will be in a better position to formulate a short list of vendors and solutions most likely to meet their organization's needs.

Looking for more guidance? Be sure to download the latest report from Syxsense and Gigaom: Key Criteria for Evaluating Patch Management.

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