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critical update
A software patch that is considered mandatory by the vendor. It typically fixes an embarrassing bug or improves security (see security loophole).
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Definition: critical update
A software patch that is considered mandatory by the vendor. It typically fixes an embarrassing bug or improves security (see security loophole).
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