Guide | Legacy software installers’ hidden risk
Guides|by Leanne Bevan|24 April 2025
Outdated software installers can pose significant risks to your product’s longevity, security, and performance.
Software installer risks and best practices
Learn about the security risks and compliance issues associated with out-of-date, legacy installers and the top installer technology misconceptions. Read the informative guide created by Revenera, one of our recommended software installer partners.
The guide also includes best practices for updating your installation and deployment strategies and ways to future-proof your software by removing manual processes, embracing automation, and ensuring consistency and security across your install base.
What’s inside the guide:
- The value of software installers
- 5 top installation misconceptions
- Risks of maintaining outdated installers
- Best practices for updating your software installers
Leanne Bevan
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