New Zealand Information Security Manual (NZISM) 12.4.4.C.01: Apply critical patches within two days

What does 12.4.4.C.01 require?

For CONFIDENTIAL, SECRET and TOP SECRET systems, agencies must install every critical security patch or update as quickly as possible and no later than two (2) days after it is released.

Maintained by Gerard BlokdykVerified against the published standard 31 May 2026Control text last updated 21 May 2026

Other controls in Chapter 12: Product Security – New Zealand Information Security Manual (NZISM)

12.1.30.C.01 12.1.30.C.01 Mandatory preference order for evaluated products
12.1.30.C.02 12.1.30.C.02 Justify and accept risk for in-evaluation products
12.1.30.C.03 12.1.30.C.03 Preferred ranking when selecting evaluated products
12.1.31.C.01 12.1.31.C.01 Evaluated scope must cover required security functions
12.1.32.C.01 12.1.32.C.01 Check consumer guides for product requirements
12.1.32.C.02 12.1.32.C.02 Comply with consumer guide product requirements
12.1.32.C.03 12.1.32.C.03 Consult GCSB before buying high assurance products
12.1.33.C.01 12.1.33.C.01 Verify integrity and test non-evaluated software

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