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Patch management fixes known software flaws before attackers exploit them, reducing intrusion risk; prioritize critical systems and verify deployment.

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Patch is a software, firmware, or configuration update that fixes a defect, including a vulnerability an attacker could use to gain access, execute code, escalate privileges, or expose data. Patching reduces the exploitable attack surface across operating systems, applications, network devices, and embedded systems; it does not remove risk from unsupported or misconfigured assets, and updates can sometimes introduce compatibility or availability problems.

Effective patch management starts with an accurate inventory and vulnerability assessment, then prioritizes internet-facing systems, high-impact assets, and flaws known to be exploited. Organizations should test updates where practical, deploy them within defined time limits, verify installation, and retain rollback or compensating controls when immediate patching is unsafe. Monitoring vendor advisories and threat intelligence can identify urgent fixes, while documenting exceptions and coverage supports vulnerability management and audit requirements.

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We hope you've patched that 9.8/10 severity bug A team of Iranian cyber-spies dubbed Rocket Kitten, for one, is likely behind attempts to exploit a critical remote-code execution vulnerability in VMware's identity management software, according to endpoint security firm Morphisec.…

More from The Register 27 Apr 2022, 8:52 a.m. Endpoint Security Exploit Iran Patch Virtualisation VMware Vulnerability

An Iranian-linked threat actor known as Rocket Kitten has been observed actively exploiting a recently patched VMware vulnerability to gain initial access and deploy the Core Impact penetration testing tool on vulnerable systems

More from The Hacker News 26 Apr 2022, 6:18 p.m. Backdoor CVE Initial Access Iran Patch Remote Code Execution Threat Actor Virtualisation VMware Vulnerability
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FBI: BlackCat ransomware scratched 60-plus orgs

Plus: Cisco Umbrella flaw patched, lid blown off TeamTNT, and ICS security folks join JCDC party In brief The BlackCat ransomware gang, said to be the first-known ransomware group to successfully break into networks with Rust-written malware, has attacked at least 60 organizations globally as of March, according to the FBI.…

More from The Register 25 Apr 2022, 6:42 p.m. BlackCat Cisco FBI Flaw ICS Malware Patch Ransomware