Defined term
Patch
Patch: An update to an operating system, application, or other software issued specifically to correct particular problems with the software.
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Definition
An update to an operating system, application, or other software issued specifically to correct particular problems with the software.
Alternative Definitions
- Definition 2
A software component that, when installed, directly modifies files or device settings related to a different software component without changing the version number or release details for the related software component.
- Definition 3
An update to an operating system, application, or other software issued specifically to correct particular problems with the software. (SP 800-123) (NISTIR)
Sources
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The State and Local Election Cybersecurity Playbook
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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March 2020 CSC Report
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The Cyber Glossary
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