With security landscapes shifting like the surface of the ocean nowadays, IT and security teams are constantly looking for smarter ways to manage endpoint alerts without being buried under a mountain of notifications. Real-time visibility into security events is crucial, but so is the ability to act on that visibility efficiently.
Looking for a ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus alternative? This guide compares the top patch management platforms in 2026 by OS support, third-party patching, deployment type, automation, reporting, scalability, pricing, and best-fit use cases.
In this issue: September 2025 Patch Tuesday highlights, actively exploited vulnerabilities in Google Chrome, Android, Apple, WhatsApp, FreePBX, Citrix, and Fortinet, plus major third-party issues affecting Docker Desktop, Cisco Secure Firewall, Intel, Passwordstate, and more.
Explore the best Automox alternatives for 2026 and compare leading patch management platforms by OS support, third-party patching, automation, compliance reporting, deployment type, and pricing. See how Action1, ManageEngine, Intune, Ivanti, Tanium, and NinjaOne compare for modern IT environments.
Windows 10’s end of life will arrive sooner than expected. If you are still using this OS and multiple questions arise in your head, don’t worry; we are here to help and answer all of them. In this article, we’ll help you prepare for the transition ahead.
We are proud to share with you that Action1 achieved impressive results and recognition in the G2 Summer 2025 Reports, the world’s largest and most trusted software marketplace. Our cloud-native autonomous endpoint management software took home 162 badges and set a new milestone in our G2 performance.
With Action1’s latest RBAC enhancement, you gain even greater precision. From now on, you can assign roles more effectively, empowering employees with the exact level of access they need based on their role—no more, no less—strengthening both security and efficiency in your environment.
We are excited to share with you that Action1 has been officially ranked as the fastest-growing private software company in the United States on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list.
In this issue: August 2025 Patch Tuesday highlights, actively exploited vulnerabilities in Google Chrome, Android, Apple, Cisco ISE, and Wing FTP Server, plus major third-party issues affecting Axis Communications, Dell ControlVault3, Nvidia, WordPress, and Sophos Firewall.
Looking for a better alternative to Automox? This guide compares the top patch management and endpoint management platforms in 2026, including Action1, NinjaOne, ManageEngine, Atera, and more. Explore which tools deliver stronger automation, broader OS support, better compliance reporting, and easier remote endpoint management for modern IT environments.
Microsoft will continue to update Windows 10 systems after the official EOL; however, it will be possible only when subscribing to their ESU program. This implies that your IT team can proceed with updating WoA endpoints using either the integrated update tools or a third-party patch management solution such as Action1.
In this article, we’ll walk you through the top WSUS alternatives for 2026 and show you which solution aligns best with your company’s size, patching needs, compliance requirements, and specific infrastructure.
To detect and fix missing updates on Windows 10 or 11, you have several effective options available. These include manually checking for updates through the Settings app, running the built-in Windows Update Troubleshooter, and using advanced methods such as PowerShell commands or direct installation from the Microsoft Update Catalog. For persistent issues, you can also reset Windows Update components to restore normal functionality.
In this guide, we will discuss various methods to resolve those issues; we will walk you through every step needed to check for missing updates, fix stuck Windows updates, repair system files using built-in Windows tools, and other advanced repair options.
When a Windows Update is stuck at 0%, it’s usually because of your unstable internet connection, insufficient storage space, corrupted files, or problems with the Windows Update service itself. To fix it, you must start with the basics: First, try restarting your computer, check your internet connection and speed, run the Windows Update troubleshooter, or restart the Windows Update service.
Windows 11 updates can be temporarily stopped through the Windows Update settings, where you can pause them for up to 5 weeks. Alternatively, you can stop them permanently by using Windows Services, Group Policy Editor, Registry Editor, or a reliable third-party update management software such as Action1.
We’re proud to share that we have successfully renewed our ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, setting the bar even higher in maintaining top-tier information security standards. The auditors found zero non-conformities during the process
In this issue: July 2025 Patch Tuesday updates, critical vulnerabilities in Google Chrome, Linux Sudo, and Citrix NetScaler, and major third-party issues affecting Cisco, WordPress, WinRAR, Brother printers, GitHub, Teleport, Veeam, Grafana, Palo Alto Networks, and Trend Micro.
No MSP signs up for chaos, but patching can often feel that way. That’s where Action1 steps in—not as a replacement for your RMM, but as a robust complement. Together, they close critical gaps, delivering a cohesive patching strategy that’s truly comprehensive.
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