Qualys, a company that specializes in IT and web application auditing, compliance and protection solutions, has unveiled the Qualys Patch Management (PM) cloud app for IT and security teams.Qualys PM consolidates vulnerability assessment, threat prioritization and remediation and automates patch deployment, according to the company. By doing so, IT and security teams can use Qualys PM to identify and address vulnerabilities on operating systems and third-party software across global hybrid environments.Analyze your organization's vulnerability response capabilities. Identify problems that prevent your organization from detecting and patching security vulnerabilities. Improve vulnerability response over time. Deploy a vulnerability scanner and perform both internal and external scans regularly. Next, collect and analyze threat intelligence. Promote collaboration between IT and security teams. Ensure IT and security teams can use a single platform to monitor and address vulnerabilities. Develop vulnerability response processes. Establish repeatable vulnerability response processes and workflows. Retain top talent. Create a work environment that empowers IT and security teams to optimize their efficiency and productivity and fosters loyalty. Unpatched software vulnerabilities are among the top causes of data breaches, ServiceNow indicated. However, automating vulnerability response tasks can help an organization simultaneously accelerate patch management and reduce the risk of data breaches.