Jan 15 (edited) ā¢ šŖ My Work
š§[My Task] Windows Updates
(Jan 2025) Microsoft has rolled out updates to address 161 security vulnerabilities across Windows and related software, including three actively exploited zero-day flaws.
āThis release represents the most significant fixes issued in a single update since 2017ā.
Iām busy updating all my customers with the latest patches this week. To streamline the process, I rely on automation tools to deploy updates and track progress. Hereās my approach:
1ļøā£ Inform the Client: I notify my clients that updates have been released, explaining their importance in a non-technical manner to help them understand how these updates protect their systems.
2ļøā£ Test Deployment: I deploy the updates on my test machines and monitor online communities for any reported issues. Letās face it: weāve all encountered cases where patches are rolled back or essential technologyālike printersāsuddenly malfunctions. š±
3ļøā£ Backup Verification: Before deploying updates to critical systems, I ensure a successful backup has been completed, safeguarding client data and minimizing risks.
4ļøā£ Approval and Scheduling: Once Iām confident the updates are stable, I approve them and schedule a deployment time that minimizes disruption to client operations.
5ļøā£ User Notification: After updates are deployed, end users are greeted with a message informing them of the changes. They have up to 8 hours to reboot their machines to complete the process.
6ļøā£ Monitoring and Troubleshooting: I closely monitor the deployment process and quickly resolve any issues that arise to maintain system stability and performance.
7ļøā£ Post-Deployment Validation: Using an independent solution, I conduct an authenticated vulnerability scan against the updated systems to verify the patches have been correctly applied and to ensure quality control.
8ļøā£ Final Client Communication: I inform clients once the updates have been successfully deployed. If any updates remain outstanding, I provide a risk assessment detailing their potential implications and work with the client on the next step.
Keeping systems secure and up-to-date is a continuous effort, but itās one of the most impactful ways to protect against cyber threats. By following this process, I ensure my clientsā environments remain safe, compliant, and optimized for performance.
Whatās your approach to managing updates? Have you encountered any memorable challenges or lessons learned? Letās discuss this in the commentsāI'd love to hear your thoughts! šš§
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š§[My Task] Windows Updates
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