Network Security First-Step, Second Edition

Summary

Twenty pages to tell you what you already know: There is more involved in being the security officer than just clicking Install when new updates are available. You need to not only be savvy about how to update a system, but also when, why, where you need to go for answers, and how you balance functionality with allowing your employees to be productive. There is a fine line.

The main challenge in managing security updates is determining which of the many available updates are appropriate to the needs and vulnerabilities of your enterprise systems and business requirements.

Some updates are critical and require immediate action to protect your environment. For example, the updates that address risks from newly discovered exploitations, ...