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Defender Warning Window for Exploits is Longer Than Believed
The author contends that the security industry's claim of attackers exploiting vulnerabilities within seven days of a patch is misleading. Using data from 2018 to 2026, the author's analysis shows a median of 116 days between a patch release and its exploitation, suggesting defenders have ample time. However, many organizations remain slow to update, while attackers fall into groups that quickly target specific vendors or patiently seek unpatched older systems.
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