Critical systems are being updated too slowly
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Many organisations in Sweden are updating their critical systems too slowly. This is shown by an article from Computer Sweden. Critical systems refer to computer systems that are important for the functions of society, for example for electricity, water, payments and healthcare. When security flaws are found, suppliers usually release updates, so-called patches, to close the gaps.
The greatest risk is the time between when a flaw becomes known and when it is actually fixed. During that time, people with malicious intentions may try to exploit the flaw. Many systems are also difficult to update without stopping operations, which means the work is often postponed. In addition, there may be no clear routines for who is responsible for the updates.
Experts argue that organisations need to give security updates higher priority and plan for them in advance. This can involve having clear routines, testing updates in a separate environment and ensuring that the right people have responsibility. Speeding up this work is considered an important part of protecting both companies and the public against digital attacks.
The issue is important for everyone in Sweden, since disruptions in critical systems can affect the everyday lives of many people. With more digital services, the need for fast and secure handling of updates also grows. The development will be followed closely by both authorities and companies in the coming years.
Sources: Computer Sweden
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