Malicious cyber actors are moving quickly to exploit critical vulnerabilities, rapidly developing exploits to compromise networks. AI is shortening the time between vulnerability discovery and exploitation. ASD’s ACSC recommends that all entities accelerate their patching process and prioritise security updates accordingly to manage risks.
Having clear and streamlined patch management helps organisations respond quickly to new vulnerabilities. By understanding vendor patch schedules and regularly scanning for missing patches, organisations can dramatically reduce the time between identifying new vulnerabilities and applying fixes.
