Uncle Marv and Matt Koenig catch up after a missed meeting at IT Nation Secure. They discuss NodeWare's continuous vulnerability management solution and its recent spin-off as a separate company. Matt highlights Nodeware's compliance with various cybersecurity standards, including the recently updated CIS control version 8.1. The conversation covers Nodeware's new patch management feature, which allows users to schedule and deploy Windows updates directly from the dashboard. Matt explains the process of selecting and applying patches, emphasizing the importance of giving users notice before reboots. They discuss the challenges MSPs face in implementing vulnerability management across all clients and Nodeware's efforts to address these concerns. Matt mentions potential partnerships with third-party companies to assist MSPs in managing the initial influx of vulnerability data. The podcast touches on NodeWare's integrations with various platforms and marketplaces, as well as upcoming features like third-party patching for Windows ecosystem applications and support for Mac and Linux systems. Uncle Marv and Matt stress the importance of MSPs being proactive in cybersecurity, understanding their clients' cyber liability insurance requirements, and avoiding "willful ignorance" when it comes to security vulnerabilities. Key Takeaways: Nodeware now offers patch management directly from its dashboardContinuous vulnerability management is crucial for compliance and cybersecurityMSPs should be proactive in addressing security vulnerabilities for all clientsUnderstanding and meeting cyber liability insurance requirements is essentialUpcoming features include third-party patching and support for Mac and Linux systems === Show InformationWebsite: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/Host: Marvin BeeUncle Marv’s Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZBecome a monthly supporter: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcast

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