What is a recommended practice after applying patches in Integrity Monitoring?

After applying patches in Integrity Monitoring, starting a new baseline scan is a recommended practice. This is important because a baseline serves as a reference point that indicates the state of the monitored environment before any changes, such as patch applications, are made. When patches are applied, they can alter the state of files, configurations, and system settings.

By starting a new baseline scan, the system establishes an updated reference point that reflects the current state of the monitored resources. This allows for accurate future comparisons and integrity checks. If changes occur after the patches, the Integrity Monitoring solution can effectively identify deviations from the new baseline, ensuring that the environment remains secure and compliant with established policies.

This practice enhances the overall effectiveness of the Integrity Monitoring process, as it ensures that the system is aware of what is considered 'normal' after the implementation of the patches. Without updating the baseline, any subsequent integrity checks may yield false positives or negatives, undermining the monitoring process’s reliability.