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Max Bantsevich
Max Bantsevich

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Why Security Updates Still Matter More Than Ever

Over the past few days, the tech community has been discussing a new wave of automated attacks exploiting a recently disclosed critical vulnerability in Next.js.

Events like these serve as a reminder of something we all know — yet too often postpone:
security isn’t a one-time setup. It’s a constant, ongoing responsibility.

When a major vulnerability goes public, automated scanners begin sweeping the entire internet within minutes. They detect unpatched versions and immediately attempt to deploy malicious payloads. These aren’t targeted attacks — they’re fully automated systems that exploit any available opening.

Here are a few practices that can prevent most of the damage:

  1. Keep dependencies up to date.

Even a single outdated library can open the door to automated exploitation.

  1. Install security patches as soon as they’re released.

Time is critical. Attackers automate everything — we need to react fast.

  1. Monitor your infrastructure continuously.

Unexpected files, strange processes, unusual traffic patterns — early detection is key.

  1. Treat security as ongoing maintenance, not a checkbox.

A secure application requires constant attention.

Situations like the current global attack wave highlight the same truth every time:

your product stays secure only as long as it stays maintained.

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