The vast majority of network attacks, viruses and worms all have one thing in common; they exploit known vulnerabilities in software where there is already a fix available. It is as simple as once a patch {fix} has been applied to a known vulnerability, an attacker will be unable to exploit it. The problem that many businesses face is how to get the latest patches distributed to all clients on the network, and installed as quickly as possible.
The headache of this process is usually the huge numbers of systems involved, with a variety of different operating systems and applications to be patched. Many businesses find that their users cannot be relied upon to update their systems as a priority as they are too busy doing their own jobs, and are usually non-technical. An automated system is the most appropriate solution.
ADP can advise on the options available for your network and also provide systems and consultancy services to implement an automated Patch Management solution bespoke to your requirements.
