{"id":29720,"date":"2025-04-21T12:15:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T06:45:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/blogs\/?p=29720"},"modified":"2025-07-17T11:10:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T05:40:21","slug":"it-admins-guide-to-patch-management-with-hexnode","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/blogs\/it-admins-guide-to-patch-management-with-hexnode\/","title":{"rendered":"IT Admin\u2019s Guide to Patch Management with Hexnode"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Patch management has become a critical part of any IT admin\u2019s toolkit. Whether it\u2019s plugging security vulnerabilities, maintaining compliance, or enhancing system performance, staying up to date with patches is non-negotiable in today\u2019s digital environment. But despite its importance, patching is often a tedious task, especially when teams rely on separate tools for patching and endpoint management. Juggling fragmented workflows, poor visibility into patch status, and a lack of centralized control over device updates makes the traditional approach both inefficient and error prone.<\/p>\n<p>Hexnode changes that narrative. With its unified platform that combines <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/blogs\/a-comprehensive-guide-to-unified-endpoint-management-in-enterprise\/?utm_source=hexnode_blog_patch_management&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)<\/a> and patch management, IT teams can now handle everything from a single pane of glass. Supporting both macOS and Windows, Hexnode simplifies patch identification, deployment, rollback, and reporting\u2014all within a centralized system.<\/p>\n<p><center>    \t\t<!-- button style scb20be917a3efc78059cf9961ee4e54284 -->\r\n    \t\t<style>\r\n    \t\t\t.scb20be917a3efc78059cf9961ee4e54284, a.scb20be917a3efc78059cf9961ee4e54284{\r\n    \t\t\t\tcolor: #fff;\r\n    \t\t\t\tbackground-color: #00868B;\r\n    \t\t\t}\r\n    \t\t\t.scb20be917a3efc78059cf9961ee4e54284:hover, a.scb20be917a3efc78059cf9961ee4e54284:hover{\r\n    \t\t\t\t    \t\t\t\tbackground-color: #32b8bd;\r\n    \t\t\t}\r\n    \t\t<\/style>\r\n    \t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/mobile-device-management\/mdm-os-update-management\/?utm_source=hexnode_blog_patch_management&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=button\" class=\"ht-shortcodes-button scb20be917a3efc78059cf9961ee4e54284  hn-cta__blogs--inline-button \" id=\"\" style=\"\" target=\"_blank\">\r\n    \t\tExplore Patch management in Hexnode<\/a>\r\n    \t\t<\/center><\/p>\n<h2>Why a Unified UEM + Patch Management Solution Matters<\/h2>\n<p>IT admins often waste valuable hours toggling between platforms, trying to track down patch statuses or troubleshooting failed deployments with minimal insight. Relying on separate tools for patching and endpoint management increases complexity, delays response time, and creates security blind spots.<\/p>\n<p>Hexnode\u2019s unified solution removes these hurdles. It brings centralized visibility into device compliance, update history, and patch status, enabling smoother operations. Admins can test, deploy, roll back, and track patches from a single console, with workflows that scale effortlessly across thousands of devices. Automation features in Hexnode help simplify regular updates with minimal manual effort, while built-in reporting ensures compliance is always in check.<\/p>\n<p>With Hexnode, you\u2019re not just managing devices\u2014you\u2019re managing apps, OS configurations, security policies, and now, patches\u2014all from one place.<\/p>\n<div class=\"next_blog\"><div class=\"post-next\"><div class=\"hex_blog_box_parent\"><div class=\"blog_warp_next\"><div class=\"next_blog_thumb\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/cdn.hexnode.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Understanding-Patch-Management-Cover-Image.jpg?format=webp)\"><\/div><div class=\"next_post_content\"><div class=\"center_box\"><h4>Understanding Patch Management: Why it matters?<\/h4><p>Patch management is the process of identifying, deploying, and managing software updates, or patches, to rectify vulnerabilities and boost security.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><a class=\"hex_blog_box_link hn-cta__blogs--blog-box\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/blogs\/what-is-patch-management\/?utm_source=hexnode_blog_patch_management&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=blog_box\" aria-label=\"Understanding Patch Management: Why it matters?\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>The Hexnode Potential in Patch Management<\/h2>\n<p>Hexnode\u2019s patch management feature is designed to strike the perfect balance between precision and simplicity, making it easier for IT teams to stay on top of system updates. It enables seamless identification and deployment of missing OS and third-party application patches while supporting both traditional and modern patching mechanisms. Admins can roll back failed patches on Windows, track deployments in real time, and generate detailed reports to maintain visibility and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/blogs\/compliance-automation-why-is-it-a-critical-part-of-your-business\/?utm_source=hexnode_blog_patch_management&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">compliance<\/a>. The platform also allows customization of the update experience for end users and offers dedicated controls for configuring WSUS-specific preferences, giving teams greater flexibility and control over patch management.<\/p>\n<p>These functionalities are driven through two core areas in the Hexnode portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Patches &amp; Updates Policy<\/strong> \u2013 for configuring how devices handle patches<\/li>\n<li><strong>Patches &amp; Updates Tab<\/strong> \u2013 for operational deployment, monitoring, and reporting<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Patches &amp; Updates Policy \u2013 The Foundation<\/h3>\n<p>Before deploying patches, it\u2019s essential to lay down the groundwork with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/mobile-device-management\/help\/windows-patches-updates-management\/?utm_source=hexnode_blog_patch_management&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u2018Patches &amp; Updates\u2019 policy<\/a>. This policy acts as the foundation for controlling how updates are received and handled on devices. It&#8217;s typically a one-time configuration and follows a \u201cset it and forget it\u201d approach unless changes are required later.<\/p>\n<h4>Key functions:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Defining maintenance window to control update timing.<\/li>\n<li>Blocking UI access to reduce user interference during updates.<\/li>\n<li>Configure update deadlines.<\/li>\n<li>Restricting manual installation of updates for stringent control.<\/li>\n<li>Configuring reboot behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Best Used For:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Standardizing patch behavior across all managed devices<\/li>\n<li>Automating when and how patches are installed<\/li>\n<li>Setting update preferences like deferrals, permissions, and user notifications<\/li>\n<li>Enforcing consistent patching practices across the organization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For Windows devices, if you are using WSUS for third-party software and patch distribution, you can also configure WSUS specific settings accordingly.<\/p>\n<h3>Patches &amp; Updates Tab \u2013 Manage &amp; Monitor<\/h3>\n<p>Once the foundation is set, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/mobile-device-management\/help\/patch-management-metrics\/?utm_source=hexnodemdm&amp;utm_medium=patchesandupdates&amp;utm_campaign=dashboard?utm_source=hexnode_blog_patch_management&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u2018Patches &amp; Updates\u2019 tab<\/a> becomes your operational control center. This dashboard is designed for real-time monitoring, approval workflows, Patch deployment automation, and in-depth reporting.<\/p>\n<h4>Key Functions:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>View and approve patches awaiting admin approval.<\/li>\n<li>Detect devices with missing or failed updates.<\/li>\n<li>Track devices that require reboots.<\/li>\n<li>Visualize security vulnerabilities through graphical insights.<\/li>\n<li>Generate detailed reports for audits and compliance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Best Used For:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Deploying specific patches across the device fleet.<\/li>\n<li>Monitoring the status of updates.<\/li>\n<li>Troubleshooting failed or stuck updates.<\/li>\n<li>Automating deployments using advanced filters and schedules.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It serves as your go-to interface when it comes to actual patch rollouts and ongoing patch health checks.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"vNpcdE4WAR\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/blogs\/manage-apps-os-updates-mac\/\">How to manage apps and OS updates on Mac<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;How to manage apps and OS updates on Mac&#8221; &#8212; Hexnode Blogs\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/blogs\/manage-apps-os-updates-mac\/embed\/#?secret=A7ixuCWoE5#?secret=vNpcdE4WAR\" data-secret=\"vNpcdE4WAR\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Patch Management \u2013 The Hexnode blueprint<\/h2>\n<p>To get the most out of Hexnode\u2019s patch management capabilities, it\u2019s important to follow a structured approach. From setting up the right policies to testing patches before full scale deployment, a strategic workflow helps reduce risks, improve stability and ensure timely patching across your device fleet. Here\u2019s how to do it the Hexnode way.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1: Configure Patches and Updates policy<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Start by setting up the <em>Patches and Updates<\/em> policy. Customize update preferences like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintenance windows.<\/li>\n<li>Reboot behaviors.<\/li>\n<li>Retry attempts.<\/li>\n<li>User interaction restrictions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For Windows, configure WSUS specific settings to align with internal infrastructure if applicable.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2: Identify Missing Patches<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Navigate to the Patches &amp; Updates tab to identify devices that are missing updates or have pending reboots.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3: Test on a Pilot Group<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Select a small set of test devices (pilot group) and manually apply the updates. This ensures any compatibility or performance issues are caught early.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4: Monitor and Troubleshoot<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once you have rolled out the patches on a test group:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Monitor patch behavior and system stability.<\/li>\n<li>Roll back the patches on Windows in case of errors.<\/li>\n<li>Adjust criteria or defer updates for certain devices if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Step 5: Roll Out to Production<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once the patch proves stable, deploy it to a wider group of devices to finish the process. You can use filters to customize deployment on devices based on OS version, user role, department, or the network used. You may even schedule your deployments based on business hours or maintenance windows.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6: Track and Report<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Now, you may monitor deployment status, reboot events, and missing patches from the dashboard, and take necessary actions as needed. 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With two deployment options\u2014manual and automated\u2014IT teams can choose the approach that best fits their operational needs, whether it\u2019s hands-on patch management or efficient rule-based automation. These options are accessible once you start creating your new deployment from the \u2018Patches and updates\u2019 tab.<\/p>\n<h4>Manual deployment<\/h4>\n<p>Manual deployment is best suited for controlled, deliberate rollouts and scenarios where precision matters most. It\u2019s ideal when deploying specific updates to a selected group of devices\u2014such as during pilot testing. This allows IT admins to evaluate patch performance before a wider rollout. This method is also useful for handling urgent patches that need immediate attention on critical systems, without affecting the entire device fleet. By offering full control over which updates are deployed, when they are installed, and how devices respond, manual deployment ensures minimal disruption and maximum oversight.<\/p>\n<p>To deploy patches manually:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Start by choosing the platform you want to deploy updates to\u2014either Windows or macOS.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Next, select the type of update you wish to push, such as application updates, operating system updates. Based on your selection, you can also choose the subtype of updates such as feature updates, driver updates etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Configure the reboot settings based on your organization\u2019s needs and set a deployment schedule that aligns with your preferred maintenance windows.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Finally, target the devices by applying filters such as OS version, user roles, or network type to ensure updates reach the right endpoints.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This level of control ensures updates don\u2019t interfere with user productivity or critical operations.<\/p>\n<h4>Automated Patch Deployment<\/h4>\n<p>Automated deployment is designed for efficiency, making it ideal for managing routine updates across the organization with minimal manual intervention. It\u2019s best suited for large-scale rollouts, scheduled maintenance routines, deploying non-critical updates and delivering updates that have passed pre-deployment testing. By defining rules and criteria (such as update type, version, or release date), IT teams can automate patch deployment while still maintaining control through approvals and maintenance window restrictions. This approach streamlines the update process, reduces administrative overhead, and ensures that devices stay consistently up to date without constant involvement.<\/p>\n<p>For automated patch deployment:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Begin by defining the rules that will govern automated patch deployment across your device fleet. You can filter updates based on specific criteria such as version, update type, or release date to ensure only relevant patches are applied.<\/li>\n<li>If there are updates you wish to skip, you can exclude them from the automated deployment process using the \u2018Specify updates to ignore\u2019 option.<\/li>\n<li>To minimize user disruption, restrict the installation and reboot processes to the predefined maintenance window configured through policies.<\/li>\n<li>Additionally, you can require that updates receive administrative approval before they are automatically deployed to devices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>With this approach, you maintain oversight and consistency while significantly reducing the manual effort involved in routine patch management.<\/p>\n<p>    \t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n    \t\t\t    \t\t\t\r\n    \t\t<\/div><!-- \/.ht-shortcodes-messages -->\r\n    \t\t\n<h3>Reporting &amp; Real-Time Insights<\/h3>\n<p>Hexnode\u2019s reporting capabilities help IT teams maintain visibility and compliance. Reports can be exported or scheduled for regular reviews.<\/p>\n<h4>Key Reports:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Available Updates:<\/strong> See all available patches and their target devices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Devices Missing Updates:<\/strong> Track which devices haven\u2019t installed pending patches.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Devices Pending Reboot:<\/strong> Know which systems need a restart to complete installation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fully Patched Devices:<\/strong> Confirm which devices are completely up to date.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Critical, Major, Minor Updates:<\/strong> View severity-based classification of all available patches.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Updates Awaiting Approval:<\/strong> Stay on top of patches needing admin approval.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each report includes granular information like platform, OS version, device ID, CVEs, and update classifications. You can also generate custom reports with your selected fields, ensuring you always know where your organization stands.<\/p>\n<h2>Power your Patches with Hexnode!<\/h2>\n<p>Patch management doesn\u2019t have to be a chaotic process filled with uncertainty and manual tracking. With Hexnode\u2019s unified UEM and patch management solution, IT admins can automate, control, and monitor patches with confidence.<\/p>\n<p>You get the flexibility to tailor update workflows, the visibility to track deployments in real time, and the power to secure your entire device fleet\u2014all from a single platform. Whether you&#8217;re aiming for zero-day patching or routine compliance, Hexnode makes it possible with a smart, scalable, and centralized approach to patch management.<\/p>\n<div class=\"signup_box\"><div class=\"signup_wrap_img\"><div class=\"signup-bg\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/cdn.hexnode.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ChromeOS-device-managment.jpg?format=webp)\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"signup_wrap\"><h5>Looking for smarter patch management?<\/h5><p>Get started with Hexnode for centralized all in one patch management.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hexnode.com\/mobile-device-management\/cloud\/signup\/?utm_source=hexnode_blog_patch_management&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=trial_sign_up_box\" class=\"hn-cta__blogs--signup-stripe\" target=\"_blank\"> Try out now<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Patch management has become a critical part of any IT admin\u2019s toolkit. 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