A network administrator is tasked with updating the firmware on several critical network devices to mitigate newly discovered vulnerabilities. What is the BEST approach that ensures a stable and secure upgrade process?
Immediately install the patches to avoid any potential vulnerability exploits.
Delay patching until enough other users report it safe to mitigate risks of new bugs.
Schedule patches to be implemented during the next available maintenance window after testing compatibility and stability.
Ignore the patches unless directed by a direct supervisor.
Scheduling patches during maintenance windows minimizes disruptions to network services and allows for thorough testing in a controlled environment. This practice helps avoid potential conflicts and issues that could arise from immediate, untested patch installations. Immediate installations without testing, while seemingly quick and responsive, may introduce instability if the patches are not compatible with certain network configurations or if they contain bugs themselves. Waiting to gather more reports risks leaving the system vulnerable to exploitation.
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