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patch-SKILL.md

Orchestrate patch discovery, assessment, testing, deployment, and verification across Windows and Linux fleets.

Updated Apr 20, 2026
Search Tags:#deployment#compliance#vulnerability-management#patching#patch-management#sccm#wsus
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npx skills add https://github.com/DCx7C5/ai-marketplace --skill patch-skill-md
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Skill: patch-SKILL.md
Source: https://github.com/DCx7C5/ai-marketplace/tree/main/skills/vulnerabilities/patch
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DCx7C5/ai-marketplace --skill patch-skill-md

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pandas, pyyaml, requests, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Patch management is the structured process of identifying, testing, deploying, and verifying software updates to remediate vulnerabilities across an organization's IT landscape. This capability helps reduce the attack surface, maintain compliance, and minimize operational disruption.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-end Patch Lifecycle: discovery, assessment, prioritization, testing, approval, deployment, verification, and reporting.
  • Phased Rollouts: deployment rings (lab, pilot, general, critical) with soak periods and SLAs.
  • Automation & Orchestration: integrates with WSUS, SCCM/MECM, Ansible and asset inventories to generate and track remediation plans.
  • Use Case: large fleet patching across Windows and Linux environments with post-patch validation scans.

Quick Start

Run the patch management workflow to scan for missing patches, generate a deployment plan, and verify remediation results.

Frequently Asked Questions about patch-SKILL.md

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate patch management across Windows and Linux fleets?▼

Automate patch management by orchestrating discovery, assessment, testing, deployment, and verification of software updates across mixed Windows and Linux enterprise IT environments to reduce attack surface and maintain compliance.

What is the best way to deploy patches in phased rollout rings?▼

Deploy patches using phased rollout rings, such as lab, pilot, general, and critical environments, with defined soak periods and SLAs to minimize operational disruption during software update deployment.

Does this patching workflow support integration with SCCM, WSUS, and Ansible?▼

Yes, the patching workflow supports integration with WSUS, SCCM/MECM, and Ansible, allowing you to automate patch sourcing, orchestrate remediation plans, and track updates across your asset inventory.

How do I validate and report on vulnerability remediation after patching?▼

Validate vulnerability remediation by running post-patch validation scans to verify software updates, then generate reports to confirm compliance and track remediation results across the organization.

Can I use this for ITIL-aligned change management processes?▼

Yes, you can use this for ITIL-aligned change processes, as it supports risk-based prioritization, testing, and approval workflows before deploying software updates to ensure structured patch management.

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