12.1 Testing Patches

Before you start downloading a patch, configure the downloading options in the Configuration tab. For more information, see Section 4.5, Configuring Subscription Download Details.

It is important that your PVG determines a strategy for testing patches before release, this will vary from organization to organization, but should be in line with your current security policies. How you decide to test your patches before deployment will depend on your current architecture and policy. In some organizations it may be required to review your policies in order to effectively use this method.

However, it is highly recommended that patches are tested prior to deployment.