Eran Livne of Qualys discusses the evolution of patch management and the broader scope of remediation strategies. He highlights the shift from manual patching processes to greater automation, emphasizing how organizations are now balancing IT and security needs to address vulnerabilities faster. Livne also introduces Qualys’ new approach, focusing on mitigating vulnerabilities without waiting for patches through alternative methods like disabling certain features or applying configurations, allowing companies to reduce risks more effectively. The conversation underscores the importance of speed in addressing vulnerabilities and building trust between security vendors and customers.