Challenges
- Inconsistent deployment of timely patch updates when vulnerabilities arise out of potentially unwanted programs, malware and newer threats with SolarWinds Patch Manager.
- Despite patches being configured and “approved” they did not install on the end user stations. There was no audit capability in the tool to determine whether they were or were not installed.
- Used LANDESK Patch Manager prior to purchasing SolarWinds Patch Manager.
Use Case
- Patch Manager helps manage:
- 50-250 servers, and
- 50-250 workstations (incl. notebooks)
- Push out 5 – 20 patches per month with Patch Manager.
- Decided to purchase SolarWinds Patch Manager because of being an existing customer.
Results
- Patch Manager helps the bank:
- Test and deploy patches without affecting business/IT productivity
- Define and execute patch strategies for different user groups or computer groups
- Do on-demand patching and creation of custom patches and packages
- Quickly generate reports on patched and unpatched systems and software
