For Windows OS, we recommend the following policies for patching in Automox, depending on your environment.
For Windows OS
Main Policy: Patch All Except
- Filter for:
- KB2267602
- KB915597
- Microsoft Silverlight (KB4481252)
- Feature update to Windows 10
- Preview
- Schedule: Weekly to Monthly
- Notifications are recommended.
Servicing Stack Update Policy: Patch Only
- Filter for: Servicing Stack
- Schedule: Daily, or an hour prior to Main Patch Policy
- No reboot or notification
Feature Updates Policy: Patch Only
- Filter for: Feature update to Windows 10
- Schedule: None. Only run when you're ready for the next Feature Update rollout.
- Notifications are highly recommended.
- Enable Reboot. (This is required as Automox handles the continue upgrade at restart process)
(Optional) Definition Update Policy: Patch Only
- Filter for:
- KB2267602
- KB915597
- Schedule: Daily
- Notifications are optional. These patches do not require a reboot.
