Configure Risk Type — Critical Patches Pending Installation

Applies To: WatchGuard Advanced EPDR This topic applies to the WatchGuard Advanced EPDR endpoint security product., WatchGuard EPDR This topic applies to the WatchGuard EPDR endpoint security product., WatchGuard EDR This topic applies to the WatchGuard EDR endpoint security product., WatchGuard EPP This topic applies to the WatchGuard EPP endpoint security product.

When there are patches available for installation, you can enable the toggle to detect this risk, specify the risk level, and specify the number of days after a patch is published that the risk is generated.

If the network administrator has a monthly schedule to install patches, this detection can inform the administrator when a critical patch is published. He can decide whether to install the patch immediately, or wait for the scheduled patch installation.

To configure risk settings for Critical Patches Pending Installation:

1. In WatchGuard Cloud, select Configure > Endpoints.
2. Select Settings.
3. Select Risks.
4. Enable the Critical Patches Pending Installation toggle.

5. Next to Notify, click the link to specify when the risk is detected.

6. Select Immediately, or enter the number of days after which the risk is detected.
7. Click Add.
8. Select a different Risk Level from the list, if required.
   If the recommended risk level is different from the level you select, a warning icon shows beside the risk level. Point to the icon to see the recommended risk level.
   
9. Click Save.

For information on how to see available patches, go to Review Available Patches.

Related Topics

Configure Risks Settings

Configure Risk Type — Recent Indicators of Attack

Security Risks Status in WatchGuard Endpoint Security

Patch Management Best Practices