User`s guide

VCM saves UNIX and Linux patching change actions in the VCM change log. Click Console and select
Change Management > VCM or Non VCM Initiated Change > By Data Type > Patch Assessment.
These change actions are available to Compliance and Reports.
Prerequisites
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Collect patch assessment data from UNIXand Linux machines.
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Verify that VCM Patching for UNIX/Linux is licensed on the UNIX or Linux machine.
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Verify that your UNIX and Linux machines and operating systems are supported for patch
deployment. See the VCM Hardware and Software Requirements Guide.
Procedure
1. "Check for Updates to Bulletins" on page 192
Check for updates to VCM Patching bulletins before you assess the patching state of UNIX and Linux
machines.
2. "Collect Patch Assessment Data from UNIX and Linux Machines" on page 192
Collect UNIX and Linux patch assessment data using bulletins, an assessment template, or the Collect
wizard.
3. "Explore Assessment Results and Acquire and Store the Patches" on page 194
View the assessed UNIX and Linux machines. The Assessment Results data grid displays the UNIX and
Linux machines that were assessed, the patch status for each machine, and details about the patches.
4. "Deploy Patches to UNIX/Linux Machines" on page 196
Install the patches on UNIX and Linux machines that are managed by VCM Patching.
Check for Updates to Bulletins
Check for updates to VCM Patching bulletins before you assess the patching state of UNIX and Linux
machines.
Prerequisites
Place patch bulletin files on the local machine to load the bulletin updates from a local file.
Procedure
1. Click Patching.
2. Select UNIX/Linux Platform > Bulletins > By Bulletin.
3. Click Check for Update.
You can check for updates on the Internet or load the updates from patch bulletin files on the local
machine.
4. Select Check for Updates via the Internet and click Next.
If VCM Patching finds updates, they are downloaded to the local machine.
Collect Patch Assessment Data from UNIX and Linux Machines
Collect UNIX and Linux patch assessment data using bulletins, an assessment template, or the Collect
wizard.
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