Digital threats don't wait. Here's what the lifecycle of a critical vulnerability looks like today:
Timeline of a cyber threat
1. A new critical vulnerability has been discovered in a widely used application.
2. Within hours, methods and tools developed by cybercriminals to exploit it are already circulating.
3. In less than 48 hours, the first attacks are already underway.
And if your infrastructure lacks a streamlined and effective process for closing those gaps through updates, you’re leaving the door open to attackers.
Every hour that goes by without applying a patch is an opportunity for a threat to become a reality.
Automating patch management reduces risk, improves response times, and protects your systems before it’s too late.
In cybersecurity, the difference between being protected and falling victim to an attack can come down to a matter of hours.
48 hours: the new window of opportunity
The time available to address critical vulnerabilities is becoming increasingly limited.
It’s not enough to just apply updates: you have to do it quickly, accurately, and without relying on manual processes.
Is your organization prepared to respond within 48 hours?
To achieve this, three key capabilities are needed:
- Have a complete overview of all devices that need to be protected
- Identify and prioritize effectively to determine what to address first
- Having automated tools that allow patches to be applied even to devices that are offline
Why is timely patching still a challenge?
Today, many IT environments are designed to offer flexibility, but applying patches in a timely manner is not easy. Many IT environments are designed to be flexible, but not to respond quickly to security threats. There are devices that go days without connecting to the network, users who work from home or on the go, legacy systems that require manual checks, different software versions running simultaneously, and, in many cases, a lack of a clear update policy. All of this makes it difficult to keep systems secure.
In this context, continuing to rely on traditional patching methods not only slows down the response to risks but also makes it impossible to keep up with threats that are evolving at an ever-increasing pace.
The patching functionality included in Aranda Device Management ADM) is designed to reduce risk without increasing the operational burden.
With ADM , you can:
- Automatically detect outdated devices
- Prioritize patches based on criticality, user type, or device
- Schedule silent deployments at specific times
- Automating deployment in hybrid environments
- Get clear reports on compliance and gaps
And it's not just about operating system patches. ADM also supports third-party applications, including productivity tools and specialized software.
Your attack surface doesn't shrink on its own
With the constant growth of threats and the speed at which they spread, waiting to take action is no longer an option. Reactive patching is tantamount to living with open vulnerabilities, leaving your infrastructure exposed at all times. Without automation or clear priorities, the update process becomes slow, manual, and difficult to scale.
With ADM, patching is no longer a burden—it becomes an advantage. By automating and centralizing patch management, you can close security gaps faster, reduce risks, and free up your IT team to focus on strategic tasks.
The result: greater safety, less exposure, and a much more efficient operation.
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