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Certified Information Security Manager Exam Prep Guide

You're reading from   Certified Information Security Manager Exam Prep Guide Gain the confidence to pass the CISM exam using test-oriented study material

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Product type Paperback
Published in Dec 2022
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781804610633
Length 718 pages
Edition 2nd Edition
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Hemang Doshi Hemang Doshi
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Table of Contents (12) Chapters Close

Preface 1. Enterprise Governance FREE CHAPTER 2. Information Security Strategy 3. Information Risk Assessment 4. Information Risk Response 5. Information Security Program Development 6. Information Security Program Management 7. Information Security Infrastructure and Architecture 8. Information Security Monitoring Tools and Techniques 9. Incident Management Readiness 10. Incident Management Operations 11. Answers to Practice Questions

Patch Management

Patch management is the process of updating operating systems and other software to correct errors or enhance performance.

A well-defined and structured patch management process helps to address new vulnerabilities related to operating systems. The timely update of patches helps to secure operating systems and applications.

Patches are generally applied to operating systems, applications, and network software. They help fix vulnerabilities in the system.

Patches should be applied through a structured change management process that includes approval, testing, user acceptance testing, and proper documentation. The testing of a patch prior to implementation is of utmost importance. Deploying untested patches may cause the system to fail. Furthermore, appropriate rollback procedures should be in place in case of unexpected failure.

Key Aspects from the CISM Exam Perspective

The following are some key aspects from the exam perspective:

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