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How to Automate Linux Patch Deployment?
TL;DR
Automated patch deployment in Hexnode UEM deploys Linux updates that match administrator-defined update conditions to selected Linux devices. Configure an automation to define when the patch deployment runs, which updates qualify for deployment, which updates to exclude, how installation and reboot are handled, and which devices receive the updates.
Why Use Automated Patch Deployment for Linux?
Use automated patch deployment when you need to deploy Linux updates across multiple managed devices without selecting each update individually.
Automated patch deployment is suitable for:
- Security patching: Automatically deploy Linux updates based on their severity. For example, configure the automation to deploy updates classified as Critical or Important.
- Regular patching: Keep Linux devices up to date by periodically deploying newly available updates that match the configured criteria.
- Scheduled patching: Run the automation at a specified date, time, or recurring interval to evaluate and deploy updates that meet the configured conditions.
- Maintenance-window deployment: Restrict the installation of qualifying updates and device reboots to the configured maintenance window.
- Controlled targeting: Deploy updates to specific Linux device groups or devices that meet defined target filters.
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