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When open source using organizations were asked if they took steps to improve its patch and vulnerability management processes in the last 12 months, 68.8% said they increased automation.

PublisherTuxCare
Report2026 Open Source Landscape Report
Published18 February 2026
TopicsOpen Source, Vulnerability Management, Patching, Automation

Published by TuxCare in 2026 Open Source Landscape Report, 18 February 2026. The figure is taken from the report as published; the full methodology is in the source.

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