NetWrix Patch Reporter is a free tool designed to provide automated patch assessments on a daily basis to make sure all computers are up-to-date. The tool automatically detects computers without critical patches and sends daily reports by e-mail.

Features: Software vendors keep releasing patches and hot fixes to their software application to take care of some security problem that`s been discovered. It is essential that all the machines in your organization that uses these applications must have the fixes applied to avoid security risks. Constantly updating the machines then becomes quite a burden on network administrators. Patch management is a regular process and must be performed as frequently as possible to make ensure that all security patches are up-to-date. One of the most routine and error-prone aspects of patch management involves ensuring that all required patches and hot-fixes are installed on specific systems and configurations. Regular auditing and reporting ensures computers that need the patches are actually patched up. The Netwrix patch reporter automates patch assessment and supports scheduled operation, reports by e-mail and does not need any agents to operate.

The "setup and forget" approach for systems management is does not work anymore. The need for increased security to prevent virus and spyware threats, governance to maintain corporate policies, and regulatory compliance (e.g. HIPPA or Sarbanes-Oxley) etc are a prime need. The product can scale enough to support thousands of systems and supports scheduled operation. NetWrix Patch Reporter is a tool designed to provide automated patch assessments on a daily basis. It automatically scans your network to detect computers without critical patches and sends daily reports to your e-mail with full details about every outdated computer.

Overall: A tool that does vital assessments and lets you apply security patches and keep your protection up to date.