Framework: HITRUST

Under the i1 framework, patch and vulnerability management elevate from procedural to operational assurance. Candidates must understand that this safeguard requires demonstrable evidence of consistent, timely remediation. Organizations must establish patch prioritization based on risk, track vulnerabilities through defined workflows, and verify resolution. HITRUST assessors expect to see scan reports, ticket histories, and metrics showing adherence to defined service-level targets. The purpose is to prove that vulnerabilities are not only identified but actively managed as part of a continuous improvement cycle.

In practice, effective i1 programs employ automated vulnerability scanning, integrate patch tracking into IT service management systems, and report on remediation trends. For exam readiness, candidates should be able to explain how this control connects to PRISMA maturity and how failure to patch correlates with increased residual risk. i1 sets expectations that vulnerabilities are reviewed, prioritized, and remediated according to defined risk thresholds, bridging the gap between compliance-driven maintenance and strategic risk management.
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