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ALSO CALLED: Security Patch Management, Software Patch Management, Security Patches, Software Patches DEFINITION: A patch (sometimes called a "fix") is a quick-repair job for a piece of programming. During a software product's beta test distribution or try-out period and later after the product is formally released, problems (called bug) will almost invariably be found. A patch is the immediate solution that is provided to users; it can sometimes be downloaded from the software maker's Web site. The patch is … Definition continues below.
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Vulnerability Management: What my CIO Needs to Know sponsored by eEye Digital Security WHITE PAPER: Implementing a vulnerability management process is critical to protecting any business from harmful attacks. This whitepaper examines the importance of vulnerability assessment and the common myths surrounding security protection. Posted: 03 Nov 2009 \| Published: 03 Nov 2009 TOPICS: CIOs \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Risk Management \| Security \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

BMC Helps Dell IT Automate sponsored by BMC Software, Inc WEBCAST: BMC helped the Dell IT group to consolidate job scheduling and job monitoring within a single dashboard, reduce by 75 percent the number of IT administrators needed for patch management, and accelerate trouble-ticket resolution with automation. Watch the customer video. Posted: 03 Nov 2009 \| Premiered: 03 Nov 2009 TOPICS: Business Intelligence \| Business Management \| Dashboards \| Job Scheduling Software \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software

Fact or Fiction: Enforcing Change Management and Configuration Management with Tools and Technologies sponsored by SearchSecurity.com PODCAST: This podcast educates information security and IT pros on the right tools and technologies to create a solid process that provides the data, insight and metrics you need to meet your compliance and business objectives. Posted: 27 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 27 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Change Management \| Configuration Management \| Cost Benefit Analysis \| Information Security \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Security \| Security Management \| Strategic Planning \| Vulnerability Management

Ops Center in Action Product Tour sponsored by Sun Ops Center VIDEO: View this screencast to learn about a new management approach for virtual and physical systems that helps reduce data center complexity. Discover how this tool combines provisioning, patching, managing and monitoring through a single console to enable IT pros to gain control over system sprawl and provide more flexible infrastructures. Posted: 26 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 26 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Data Centers \| Patch Management \| Regulatory Compliance \| Server Provisioning \| Server Virtualization \| Virtual Machine \| Workflow Software

Windows 7 Security: A Great Leap Forward or Business as Usual? sponsored by Sophos Inc. WHITE PAPER: The public release of Windows 7 is approaching fast. Debates and discussions have been raging on the security improvements in the new platform, and some potential problems have also emerged. In this white paper, we run through the most significant changes and additions, and look at what they might mean to users and administrators. Posted: 13 Oct 2009 \| Published: 13 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Application Security \| Operating Systems \| Patch Management \| Security \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Threats \| Windows \| Windows Security

Developing a strategy around client manageability sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel PODCAST: Businesses today struggle to effectively manage clients due to the increase in options available. This podcast explores the top challenges of client manageability. Learn key considerations when developing a strategy around manageability. Posted: 05 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 05 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Desktop Management \| Enterprise Computers \| Laptop Computers \| Notebook Computers \| Patch Management

Developing a Strategy Around Client Manageability sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel VIDEO: Businesses today struggle to effectively manage clients due to the increase in options available. This videocast explores the top challenges of client manageability. Learn key considerations when developing a strategy around manageability. Posted: 05 Oct 2009 \| Premiered: 05 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Data Security \| Desktop Management \| Enterprise Computers \| Laptop Computers \| Notebook Computers \| Patch Management

Desktop Virtualization: Overcoming Five Real-World Challenges sponsored by Citrix WHITE PAPER: This paper explores the most significant hurdles any desktop virtualization program needs to overcome. Staying focused on the ultimate goal--delivering core applications effectively to users--helps clarify the issues involved in desktop virtualization deployment. Posted: 11 Sep 2009 \| Published: 11 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Business Performance Management \| Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| Desktop Virtualization Software \| Patch Management \| User Experience \| Virtual Appliance \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Managing Linux Server Sprawl with Red Hat Satellite sponsored by Red Hat WEBCAST: This webcast addresses the challenges of server sprawl and introduces a new tool to help overcome them. Discover how this technology enables simplified management of your Linux environment and reduces administrative costs. Posted: 03 Sep 2009 \| Premiered: 03 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Configuration Management \| Data Centers \| Linux \| Mainframe Operating Systems \| Network Monitoring \| Patch Management \| Server Management \| System z \| Systems Maintenance \| Systems Management \| VM \| VMware

Endpoint Security: Visible Coverage in a Single, Scalable Platform sponsored by Trend Micro, Inc. DATA SHEET: Read this brief data sheet to learn how Trend Micro's Endpoint Security Platform delivers pervasive visibility and control, speeds time to protection, and increases management efficiency. Posted: 24 Aug 2009 \| Published: 24 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| Enterprise Computing \| Malware \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Security Threats \| Social Networking \| Spam \| Web 2.0

Shavlik Reduces your Spend on Critical IT Operations sponsored by Shavlik Technologies ASSESSMENT TOOL: One of the biggest problems in keeping networks and desktops secure is patch management. Shavlik's solutions simplify patch management through automation, increased visibility, and control. Answer six questions in this quick demo to determine how much time and money you can save when you simplify and automate patch management with Shavlik. Posted: 04 Aug 2009 \| Published: 04 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Network Security Software \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| ROI \| Security \| Security Threats \| Software Upgrades \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

Reducing Time and Staff Required to Meet Customer Service Level Requirements for Security and Compliance sponsored by Shavlik Technologies CASE STUDY: As ORCS introduced Windows Server 2008 into the network, they sought new ways to improve efficiency. The need for an improved patch management system, combined with the requirements for PCI compliance, presented a dual challenge that they hoped they could address with a single technology solution. And they did. Read this case study to learn how. Posted: 20 Jul 2009 \| Published: 20 Jul 2009 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Configuration Management \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Vulnerability Management \| Wireless Security

Troubleshooting Made Easy In Linux sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: Troubleshooting is a necessary evil. Where does one start when the operating system does not start, the application does not load or run correctly, the network hangs or a network service does not listen or perform? Linux is noted for being rock solid, stable, and easy to manage but not as user friendly. Posted: 27 May 2009 \| Published: 27 May 2009 TOPICS: Linux \| Linux Clusters \| Linux Desktop Environment \| Linux Server Hardware \| Network Configuration Management \| Network Operating Systems \| Network Performance \| Operating Systems \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Troubleshooting

Lumension Vulnerability Management Trial sponsored by Lumension PRODUCT DEMO: Choose the trial that works for you. Login to an online virtual environment where you can experience our award winning solution - or - download a virtual image of our solution to run in your network environment (up to 10 nodes) - or - schedule a one-on-one with an expert who can lead you through the entire deployment. Posted: 18 May 2009 \| Published: 18 May 2009 TOPICS: Managed Security Services \| Patch Management \| Reporting Software \| Security \| Security Management \| Security Spending \| Security Threats \| Vulnerability Assessments \| Vulnerability Management

The 10 Most Dangerous Risks to Microsoft Security sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: Security has always been an important part of any IT infrastructure. This white paper has tips to help improve your awareness of some of the more important risks threatening your Microsoft infrastructure. Posted: 13 May 2009 \| Published: 13 May 2009 TOPICS: Continuous Data Protection \| Hackers \| IT Infrastructure \| Malware \| Microsoft Certified Professional \| Microsoft Certified Solution Developer \| Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer \| Microsoft Certified Trainer \| Microsoft Office \| Microsoft Operations Manager \| Password Authentication Protocol \| Password Management \| Passwords \| Patch Management \| Security \| Security Threats \| Worms

Patch Authority Ultimate Version 6 sponsored by ScriptLogic Corporation TRIAL SOFTWARE: With exploits for known vulnerabilities unleashed on the Internet within as little as 5 days from the release of new patches from Microsoft, it is imperative your desktops and servers be regularly updated to keep them safe from attack. Posted: 16 Apr 2009 \| Published: 16 Apr 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spyware Software \| Desktop Management \| Network Monitoring \| Network Security Software \| Patch Management \| Patch Management Software \| Security Software \| Virus Detection Software \| Virus Protection \| Windows Security

Desktop Authority 8.0 sponsored by ScriptLogic Corporation TRIAL SOFTWARE: A complete desktop management solution needs to be one that not only meets the standardization requirements of the computer, but simultaneously meets the personalized needs of the user. Desktop Authority 8 comprehensively manages the Windows desktop throughout the desktop lifecycle, reducing the total cost of desktop and application ownership. Posted: 15 Apr 2009 \| Published: 15 Apr 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spyware Software \| Configuration Management \| Desktop Applications Management \| Desktop Management \| Inventory Management \| Patch Management \| Reporting Software \| TCO \| User Interfaces

Minimizing Security-Related Total Cost of Ownership sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: This guide explains how security implementations in four major areas can reduce IT TCO dramatically, effectively paying for direct costs of these technologies by reducing the overall bottom line. Posted: 02 Feb 2009 \| Published: 02 Feb 2009 TOPICS: Compliance Audits \| Continuous Data Protection \| Continuous Data Protection Software \| Endpoint Security \| Network Management \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Vulnerability Management

Calculate the ROI of Implementing an Effective Vulnerability Management Solution sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: This Vulnerability Management ROI calculator provides a detailed estimate of the positive return that you can expect to receive from your investment in Lumension Security's unique vulnerability management solution. Posted: 28 Jan 2009 \| Published: 28 Jan 2009 TOPICS: Business Intelligence \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Compliance Audits \| Endpoint Security \| Patch Management \| Security Policies \| Vulnerability Management

Vulnerability Assessments: Guidelines to Maximize Performance sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: This white paper outlines the process for successfully integrating vulnerability scanning and remediation capabilities to ensure your organization maintains a secure environment while complying with internal and external security policies. Posted: 07 Jan 2009 \| Published: 07 Jan 2009 TOPICS: Managed Security Services \| Patch Management \| Penetration Testing \| Risk Assessment \| Risk Management \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Policies \| Vulnerability Management

Fact or Fiction: Debunking the Top 5 Misconceptions about Data Protection sponsored by Lumension WHITE PAPER: Check out this white paper to learn about the top 5 misconceptions about data protection and how your company can effectively address them to increase the security of its information assets. Posted: 10 Jun 2008 \| Published: 10 Jun 2008 TOPICS: Data Security \| Email Security \| Endpoint Security \| Information Security \| Internal Threats \| Patch Management \| Secure Content Management \| Security Policies \| Vulnerability Management

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PATCH MANAGEMENT DEFINITION (continued): … A patch (sometimes called a "fix") is a quick-repair job for a piece of programming. During a software product's beta test distribution or try-out period and later after the product is formally released, problems (called bug) will almost invariably be found. A patch is the immediate solution that is provided to users; it can sometimes be downloaded from the software maker's Web site. The patch is not necessarily the best solution for the problem and the product developers often find a better solution to provide when they package the product for its next release.A patch is usually developed and distributed as a replacement for or an insertion in compiled code (that is, in a binary file or object module). In larger operating systems, a special program is provided to manage and keep track of the installation of patches.

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