Patch Management Solution for Windows Servers
Deploy patches to your Windows servers confidently and reliably with Action1’s automated patch management. Streamline patch policies and workflows while maintaining full control over configurations. Gain detail reports that enhance your security strategy and prove regulatory compliance.
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Benefits of Action1 Windows Server Patch Management
Cloud-Based Patching for Windows Servers
Adopt a proactive stance on vulnerability remediation and achieve effective patching for Windows servers with cloud patch management. Deploy patches and hotfixes at any time, from any location to maximize endpoint security and performance.
Best Alternative to WSUS
Unlike on-premise patch management, Action1 cloud Windows server patch management software enables IT professionals to significantly cut down the cost associated with legacy solutions. Reduce staff, hardware, maintenance, and travel expenses by leveraging more efficient alternatives to WSUS patching.
Complete Control Over Patching
Ensure that no area of your endpoints is left exposed with robust insight into the update status of all your endpoints. Easily identify missing updates, schedule or force security patch deployment based on severity levels, and analyze the statuses and statistics of deployed updates to maximize the efficiency of your endpoint hardening.
Fully Compliant Patch for Windows Servers
Update Rings Deployment
Roll out updates in controlled phases (rings): begin with test groups, then expand according to success metrics. Action1’s update rings let only stable patches advance, minimizing risk and downtime. Easily monitor progress across each ring to ensure reliable patch validation before full deployment.
No VPN Required · SSO
Access and patch endpoints without VPN — secure, cloud-native, direct connections. And log in via SSO (Entra ID, Google, Okta, Duo) instead of separate credentials. Simplify user access and strengthen security with centralized identity management and MFA support.
Benefits of Third-Party Windows Server Patching Software
Automation & Cost Effectiveness
Patch management software provides you with the ability to automate update processes across all your Windows servers and third-party applications. Schedule update deployments during off-hours to avoid operational disruptions, eliminate manual tasks, and optimize resource allocation—boosting efficiency and cutting costs.
Risk-Based Prioritization
Risk-based prioritization remediates the most critical threats first through an intelligent approach based on CVSS scores, known exploits, and potential business impact. By prioritizing patch deployments for high-risk vulnerabilities, you maximize your security posture and minimize the window between threat identification and remediation.
No Infrastructure Overhead
Cloud-based patch management solutions for Windows Servers eliminate the need for costly investments in complex network configurations and ongoing maintenance. These third-party patching tools deliver powerful functionality without requiring additional on-premises infrastructure.
Reduced Security Risk with Patching
Protect your Windows servers from cyberattacks by remediating vulnerabilities without delay. Cloud-based patch management automates critical OS and application updates, strengthening your security posture while eliminating exposure windows. Automated deployments prevent errors typical of manual processes, reduce your organization’s attack surface, and maintain its business continuity.
Centralized Visibility & Control
Gain complete visibility into patch compliance across all Windows servers and connected endpoints from a single pane of glass. Simplify oversight for distributed environments and ensure every system is monitored, updated, and secured — all without manual tracking or complex spreadsheets.
Improved Compliance & Audit Readiness
Meet internal and external compliance mandates with automated reporting and verifiable patch logs. Third-party patching solutions streamline audit preparation by providing clear documentation of update history, reducing compliance risk and administrative burden.
Capabilities of Action1 Windows Server Patch Management
Action1 keeps your Windows servers secure and compliant through automated patching, custom scripting, and real-time compliance tracking. It simplifies endpoint management, ensures systems stay current, and stops cyberthreats effectively—all without legacy tools or costly infrastructure.
Central Dashboard
Available from your web browser, Action1 keeps all of your managed endpoints accessible at your fingertips virtually from anywhere in the world.
Robust and flexible automation
Automate patching across your servers and apps with just a few clicks. Schedule update deployments at a convenient time or during off-peak hours to avoid any operational disruptions.
Visibility with Reports and Alerts
Get real-time insight into your network’s current patch status with customizable reports and alerts—so you always know what’s updated, what’s vulnerable, and what needs attention.
Cloud Patch Management
Manage and patch your Windows servers from anywhere. No VPNs, no complex setup, no bandwidth issues—just fast, secure, cloud-native control over all your endpoints.
Certifications and Compliance
Action1 adheres to globally recognized standards and regulations, underscoring our commitment to security:
SOC 2 Type II
ISO 27001
TX-RAMP
CSA
CISA Secure by Design
CAIQ
GDPR
What Our Customers Say
A lot of value from Action1 comes from the peace of mind, knowing that your patches are installed, that you are protected from known vulnerabilities which attackers are likely to target with ransomware and other malware.
Action1 saves me 10–15 minutes per machine on software deployment. I can access every device remotely, so I don’t have to literally travel to every location and touch every machine.
Action1 helped us save about 125 hours per month by automating patch management. That’s a huge enabler to our business; as an MSP, the more you automate, the more money you save, and the more savings you can pass on to your customers.
Frequently asked questions
What is Windows Server Patch Management?
Windows Server patch management is the process of keeping your server’s critical systems and applications up-to-date through automated deployment of the latest security fixes and feature improvements. The process follows a structured approach:
- Identifying all the available but not installed patches on your endpoints.
- Testing the updates in a controlled environment (using the Rings Update structure or a regular test group of endpoints) to ensure the patches are indeed addressing vulnerabilities without causing unexpected issues that lead to operational instability or even downtime.
- Deployment of the patches across all the endpoints in your organization, after being already thoroughly tested.
- Verifying the successful deployment of the updates and monitoring whether they work as expected. (24 to 72 hours after their deployment.)
Using third-party patch management tools automates the entire process, helping you save time, reducing manual effort, and minimizing errors that can disrupt your business’s operational stability.
Why is Server Patching Required?
Keeping your servers current improves your security posture by remediating critical software vulnerabilities and improving the performance of your systems. Unpatched servers, operating systems, and third-party applications serve as an entry point for successful cyberattacks—most major breaches occur when cybercriminals exploit known software vulnerabilities that already have patches available, but they are not deployed in a timely manner. Patches do not only protect you from countless cyberthreats, but they also often fix bugs that might be causing serious stability or performance problems in your systems. Operating systems and third-party application vendors are constantly improving their products, and patches deliver those improvements to your systems. Last, but not least, there is also the regulatory compliance angle—if your business operates in a regulated industry, you will fail an audit if you store sensitive information on outdated servers. Through consistent patch deployment with the latest software updates, you can be confident that audit failures won’t be a concern anymore.
What Is the Best Patch Management Software for Windows Servers?
The answer to that question varies depending on the IT environment, needs, and requirements of each organization. When selecting patch management software for your Windows servers, consider the level of automation, specific test features the tool provides you with, whether it is compliant with the most important regulatory frameworks, and, of course, if it fits your budget. Fortunately, Action1’s cloud-native autonomous endpoint management platform can provide you with everything needed:
- Automating the patch management process.
- Vulnerability management + Remediation.
- Privately maintained secure software repository with 99% coverage for typical enterprise environments (Adobe, Chrome, Zoom, etc.).
- Unique features eliminating concerns related with potential operational disruptions and downtime: Update rings structure & update approval per organization.
- Automated patching of Windows and macOS, with granular filters by severity, update type, and more.
- Full uniformity of OS and third-party patching.
- Trusted and Secure: SOC 2, ISO 27001, TX-RAMP
- P2P Distribution / Bandwidth Efficiency
- Complete single-pane of glass visibility into every endpoint in real time, no matter where located or how connected.
- Scripting Automation / Configuration Management
- Real-time Reporting + Custom Reports
- Roles-based access control (RBAC) + Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Free: First 200 Endpoints: Fully featured, with no functional limits, never expires!
All these impressive features and many more that we have not listed make Action1 one of the most recognizable and preferred vendors on the market. Because the patch management software just works!
