The bad guys are still actively trying to exploit any unprotected computer or network.  That means patch management remains critical for the health of every organization with a computer.

What is a patch?  A patch is intended to fix a program, sometimes to enhance functionality, but often to repair something that’s broken.  Many times a patch fixes a weakness in the program that might let a hacker use the program to spread a virus or gain access to data.

Software manufacturers issue patches to fix varying levels of problems.  Microsoft, Adobe, networking companies, and internet browsers, among others, issue new patches regularly, sometimes as often as weekly. 

Previous research from Gartner Group indicates most security breaches come as a result of hackers taking advantage of a software security vulnerability where the manufacturer has released a patch but the company using the software hasn’t deployed the patch yet.

Installing patches and upgrading software isn’t easy.  Seasoned software engineers are necessary to keep abreast of all patches and upgrades.  Patching many PCs and servers is a major undertaking — a patch should be applied to test machines before general deployment to be sure it’s compatible with a company’s systems.

Medium & small businesses need help  Large enterprises often have a full-time IT staff to manage patches to their software installations.  Smaller organizations and remote offices of larger enterprises require the same type of support.

Managed service packages offer the same level of proactive service as one would expect from an on-site IT team.  Our monthly service, for example, can be customized to each organization’s needs.  Regardless of what vulnerabilities we discover, the monthly cost is always the same. 

Call us today for a free software checkup and risk assessment.

Andrew Nevens
InnerTag
407-949-0106
andrew@innertag.com
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