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Originally introduced in 2003, Patch Tuesday occurs on the second Tuesday of every month, and it’s on this day that Microsoft release the security and software updates for their Windows operating systems.
Updating your software is key to keeping your business, and users secure.
Patch Tuesday
Adjusting to remote working and an increase in daily cyber security attacks has only amplified the necessity of regular security patching. Consequently, this update answers why patching and updating your software is so important.
Here’s our friendly reminder to install any updates as soon as possible (if you do them manually…) and ensure you mitigate the chance of any security risks.
Firstly, what is Patch Tuesday?
Originally introduced in 2003, Patch Tuesday occurs on the second Tuesday of every month, and it’s on this day that Microsoft release the security and software updates for their Windows operating systems.
So, why every second Tuesday and when do they detect them?
Rather than releasing updates as and when they detect vulnerabilities, Microsoft gathers them into one large regular update, so businesses and IT administrators can prepare in advance. Essentially, this regularity results in less downtime, and the ability to plan for testing and installing – Just Microsoft living up to their efficient reputation as ever.
The Importance of Patching
Patches essentially cover up security holes in order to keep hackers out, which is why it’s so essential to keep them up to date. Following Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday releases, regular patching of your software is a crucial part of keeping data safe. Hackers thrive on security vulnerabilities and will take advantage of any weaknesses that they can find.
At Stripe OLT, we would always recommend backing up your system and any important files before installing these patches, as well as putting a disaster recovery plan in place, just to be on the safe side.
If you are concerned about your security posture and want to know if your systems are up to date, get in touch with one of our experts today. We can help you understand more about the Vulnerability Assessment services we provide, and how they can help to improve your existing cyber security posture.
Stripe OLT has achieved the Microsoft Cloud Security Specialisation, proving our expertise in securing Azure and Microsoft cloud environments. Learn what this means for your business.
Stripe OLT is now part of the Microsoft FastTrack Program, giving SMEs direct access to expert-led cloud adoption, security, and digital transformation - at no extra cost. Find out how this accelerates your IT resilience?
Don’t let cyber criminals turn your holiday deals into a data breach. Check out our bite-sized security guide to keep your users, and your business, safe this shopping season.
Across the world, Windows computers have by effected the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). This appears to have been caused by an outage of services provided by cyber security provider, CrowdStrike. The issue appears to have impacted a large number of organisations - from banks to airlines. Here are the current advisories.
Across the world, Windows computers have by effected the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). This appears to have been caused by an outage of services provided by cyber security provider, CrowdStrike. The issue appears to have impacted a large number of organisations - from banks to airlines. Here are the current advisories.
We're thrilled to share the news: Stripe OLT has been recognised as one of the top 50 emerging stars at the prestigious Megabuyte100 Awards 2024. These awards stand out in the UK's tech landscape, offering an unbiased, expert analysis of companies' financial prowess via the Megabuyte Scorecard.
A big congratulations to our Microsoft 365 guru, Lewis Barry, who received MVP status for his incredible work within the Microsoft technology community.
Last week, the 2023 Scale-Up Awards took place at Novotel London West, concluding months of nominations and judging for this years’ most successful entrepreneurs and scale-up organisations. Naturally, we were extremely happy to be in attendance, but it turned out to be a very successful night...
As you may have seen in the press earlier this year, Stripe OLT recently achieved two crucial Microsoft certifications, in both Modern Work and Security. As such, we’re very proud to announce our cyber security team’s latest achievement - the Microsoft Security Threat Protection specialisation.
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