Which term refers to the ongoing process of applying fixes to software to close security gaps?

• A. Endpoint Security
• B. Ransomware
• C. Patch Management
• D. Advanced Reporting Tool

Answer: (C)

Patch management is the ongoing process of applying fixes to software to close security gaps. It involves identifying vulnerabilities, obtaining and testing patches from vendors, and deploying those patches across all affected systems to remediate exposed weaknesses. This practice directly reduces the attack surface by keeping software up to date, which helps prevent attackers from exploiting known flaws. The other options don’t describe the act of continuously applying fixes: endpoint security refers to the broader protection strategy, ransomware is a type of malware, and an advanced reporting tool provides visibility rather than the remediation process.