Mitigating Security Vulnerabilities: Moving From ‘Patch Fast’ to ‘Prioritize Smart’

IT leaders are shifting from reactive OEM patching to risk-based remediation strategies to reduce downtime and maintain control of their solutions. 

Welcome to the May Security Update from Origina Security Services. This month, we’re discussing options to OEM patches, highlighting some VMware security vulnerabilities, and sharing the latest security alerts that could affect your IT estate. 

OEM Patches Aren’t the Only Path to Risk Reduction 

Across all industries, IT leaders are reassessing the assumption that OEM patching is the only or best way to maintain security. In many cases, so-called critical CVEs turn out to be configuration issues, not true code-level threats. Applying every vendor-released patch without business context can lead to downtime, regression errors, and unnecessary costs—especially in legacy environments where stability is critical. 

Instead, forward-thinking organizations are using risk-based remediation strategies. By conducting targeted security vulnerability assessments and aligning response plans with actual exposure, teams can maintain control and confidence without locking themselves into inflexible support contracts.  

Security resilience isn’t about reacting blindly; it’s about responding wisely. 

VMware CVEs Highlight the Need for Smarter Security Posture 

Recent VMware vulnerabilities—such as CVE-2024-22252 and CVE-2024-22253—have sparked concern due to the risk of guest-to-host escape. These disclosures serve as a wake-up call to evaluate how virtualization environments are secured and monitored. Many organizations find that while patches are helpful, they don’t always come with guidance tailored to their architecture or risk profile. 

As a result, there’s a growing shift toward smarter security postures. Companies are investing in contextual CVE analysis and adopting layered defenses like segmentation, privilege restrictions, and monitoring. The focus is moving from simply “patch fast” to “prioritize smart,” recognizing that security is strongest when decisions are driven by risk, not just release notes. 

Recent security alerts 

Here are links to the latest and updated software security vulnerabilities available through the Origina Vulnerability Advisory Portal.   

The Vulnerability Advisory Portal is a vital resource, offering unlimited access to proactive mitigation advisories, even when OEM patches or fixes are unavailable. You’ll also find hardening guides and publications with regularly updated information on secure configurations and regulations.   

Ask Origina how we can assist with new functionalities, policy compliance, or regulatory needs — from MFA integration to advanced cryptographic implementation.   

Security is at the heart of everything we do. Our focus goes beyond addressing individual risks and vulnerabilities. If you’re facing a security, risk, or regulatory challenge and need expert guidance, we’re here to help. Reach out to your Customer Success Manager or submit a request through the  Origina Self-Service Portal.  

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