Patch management is the process of identifying, acquiring, testing, and deploying software patches or updates to address vulnerabilities in systems and applications.

SBA deploys Datto to support our patch management framework as part of our cybersecurity policy.

Datto enables SBA to do the following:

1. Automated Patch Deployment: Datto's solutions automate the patch deployment process, reducing manual effort and ensuring the timely application of patches across systems. Datto centralises and streamlines patch management, allowing the SBA IT team to schedule and deploy patches across multiple devices and locations simultaneously.
2. Vulnerability Assessment and Patch Prioritisation: Datto's solutions often include vulnerability assessment capabilities that can scan systems and applications, identifying potential vulnerabilities and security gaps. By prioritising patches based on the vulnerabilities' severity and criticality, Datto helps focus on the most critical updates, reducing the risk of exploitation.
3. Testing and Staging Environment: Before deploying patches to production systems, testing them to ensure they don't introduce any conflicts or issues is essential. Datto offers the ability to create testing and staging environments where team SBA can apply patches and verify their impact before rolling them out to live systems. This helps minimise potential disruptions and ensures a smoother patch deployment process.
4. Centralised Patch Management Console: Datto provides a centralised management console that gives team SBA visibility and control over the patch management process. Our IT team can track the status of patches, monitor deployment progress, and generate reports to assess the overall patching effectiveness. This centralised approach simplifies administration and helps ensure consistency across our infrastructure.
5. Patch Compliance Monitoring: Datto's solutions often include features that enable SBA to monitor and enforce patch compliance within the organisation. Team SBA can set policies and rules to ensure that devices and systems are updated with the latest patches. If any device falls out of compliance, we receive alerts and take appropriate actions to remediate the issue promptly.

Incorporating Datto into our cybersecurity policy enhances our patch management practices, addresses vulnerabilities promptly, and reduces the attack surface for potential threats.