K-Patch and K-Inventory
Know what runs on every computer, and keep it up to date
K-Inventory lists the hardware and software of each device; K-Patch fixes known flaws in the system and common software, in successive waves and with rollback.
The problem
A large share of intrusions exploit flaws that vendors have already fixed. The problem is not the lack of a patch, but the time it takes to reach each computer.
What the module does
Full inventory
Hardware, system, installed software, services and local accounts, updated incrementally.
Prioritised vulnerabilities
Matching against public vulnerability databases, prioritising those that are actively exploited.
Windows patches
Deployment rings, maintenance windows and a restart negotiated with the user.
Third-party software
Browsers, PDF readers, office suites, video conferencing tools: downloaded from the vendor's own source.
Double verification
No installer is run without checking its fingerprint and the vendor's signature.
Risk score
A score per device and for the whole fleet, calculated using a documented formula.
How it works
Inventory
The agent lists the computer's contents, then reports only the changes.
Analysis
The console cross-checks versions against known vulnerabilities.
Deployment
Patches go out in rings, with an automatic stop on failure.
What you should know
- The module is in development; the risk score and the catalogue engine are already built.
- The third-party software catalogue is growing gradually: the list of covered software will be published.
- macOS support comes after Windows.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about this module
Can I postpone a patch?
Yes: rings, postponements and maintenance windows are set by device group.
What happens if an update causes a problem?
Ring-based deployment limits the impact, and rollback is provided for packages that support it.
Is this the same technology as Kayzen Updater Free?
Yes: the free utility for individuals relies on the same catalogue engine and the same checks.
Practical cybersecurity guides
- Good habitsManaging updates without spending all day on itSystem, browser, software, internet box: why updates matter, what to update first and how to organise patching in a very small business.Read the guide
- Scams and threatsRansomware: the right reflexes before, during and afterPreventing ransomware, responding to an infection (isolate, don't pay, file a complaint) and getting back up. Practical advice for businesses and individuals.Read the guide
- In the workplaceSecuring a remote employee's computerCompany laptop, updates, encryption, Wi-Fi, remote access, separate uses: the checklist for secure remote work in small businesses and SMEs.Read the guide
Want to try this module?
The pilot programme gives you access to modules as they are delivered, free of charge and with no commitment.