JOT IT DOWN
Document the type,
version, IP address, physical
location and function of
each component.
Step
1
Cloud
Technology
Patching Plan
in 7 Steps
This way they all use the same
version of software/firmware,
reducing the number of
different patches you’ll need.
LINE ‘EM UP
Step
2
Record all routers,
firewalls, intrusion detection
systems (IDS), anti-malware and
other security controls, along
with their configurations.
MAKE SOME NOTES
Step
3
Step
4
Implement a system to track reported vulnerabilities and regularly match those against your inventory.
BUST OUT THE CHARTS
Step
5
Classify the risk to your
cloud technology.
TIME TO RANK
Stay on top of cloud maintenance by implementing patches without causing outages or downtime.
SEND 'EM OFF
Always keep an eye on patches
you deploy and be prepared to
implement a backup plan
should issues develop.
Keep your eye on the prize.
Step
6
Step
7
Conduct an inventory of
your cloud technology.
Standardize cloud components
of the same type.
Inventory your security controls.
Compare vulnerabilities against your inventory.
Assess each vulnerability
based on how critical it is
and the significance of the
systems it affects.
Deploy patches to your
cloud technology.
Monitor your patches.