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Best practices for scheduling security patching automations

Jun 4, 2024 By Canonical In Canonical
In this webinar, you’ll learn about Canonical's release schedule for Ubuntu and its security updates, and how you can use this information to set optimal manual and automated security patching maintenance intervals. There are a variety of tools, such as Livepatch, Landscape, Snaps, and command line utilities like unattended-upgrades that provide security patching automation capabilities. We’ll cover how each one works, and how you can combine them for maximum benefit. We’ll also cover the nuances between reboot recommended and reboot required.
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Ways to Build Cybersecurity Resilience: Defending Against New Threats

May 16, 2024 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
In today's digital age, where cyber threats loom larger and more complex than ever, building cybersecurity resilience isn't just advisable-it's imperative. Each day, new vulnerabilities are discovered and exploited by cybercriminals who are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their methods. This reality makes it crucial for both individuals and organizations to fortify their cyber defenses to protect sensitive data and maintain business continuity.
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Top Vulnerabilities and the Power of Patch Management

May 8, 2024 By NinjaOne In NinjaOne
The cybersecurity landscape in 2023 was increasingly complex, marked by sophisticated types of cyber threats such as ransomware and cyber espionage. Over half of the high-risk vulnerabilities were exploited by threat actors, with ransomware payouts averaging a significant $1,542,333, up from $812,380 in 2022. Phishing attacks dominated, accounting for over 80% of incidents, and 57% of organizations experienced frequent phishing attempts. Additionally, 4,000 ransomware attacks occurred daily since 2016.
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Spot Ocean: The easy button for Kubernetes version and patch management

Apr 17, 2024 By Shon Harris In Spot
As a recovering practitioner, one of the things I was always less than thrilled to do was patching. I dreaded having to run updates, ensure everything was configured correctly, and finding windows of time to reboot without knocking an application offline. Just like your cloud workloads — everything changes when it has to be done at scale. Kubernetes has always been built around the DevOps concepts of rapid development, delivery, and iteration.
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Patch Management Software: Your Guide to Picking a Patch Manager (with Examples)

Mar 28, 2024 By Rajesh Radhakrishnan In Puppet
Patch management software automatically applies updates to software, firmware, and other system components. Patching makes sure resources are up to date with the latest security and performance improvements to keep software protected and performing as expected.
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The Risks of Delayed Patching: A Guide to Fix Slow Patching

Mar 15, 2024 By Lauren Ballejos In NinjaOne
In today’s interconnected world, the digital landscape is evolving rapidly, but so are the threats that lurk within it. Cyber threats have become more sophisticated and pervasive, targeting organizations of all sizes and industries. This reality underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures, including regular software updates with concerns in regards to the risks of delayed patching.
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Patch vs Update: Understanding the Key Differences

Mar 15, 2024 By Lauren Ballejos In NinjaOne
The two main ways to improve software are through patches and updates. While some may use the terms interchangeably, they are distinct processes that serve different purposes. By recognizing the differences between patches vs updates, software developers can effectively prioritize and communicate the nature of their releases, and your IT department can easily implement its patch management solution.
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Patch Management Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Mar 15, 2024 By Lauren Ballejos In NinjaOne
Because we live in an era where digital security is under constant threat from evolving cyber risks, effective patch management is more critical than ever. This strategy is not just about keeping systems up-to-date – it’s a comprehensive approach to safeguarding IT infrastructures against a spectrum of cyber threats, ensuring systems remain secure, compliant, and operationally efficient.
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