HCL BigFix

Why HCL BigFix?

60% of breaches exploit unpatched vulnerabilities. Average time to patch is 102 days. Remote workforce complicates endpoint management. Each OS requires a separate tool. Compliance reporting is a manual nightmare.

HCL BigFix is unified endpoint management for all platforms. 100+ OS versions - one agent, one console. Automated patching with 98% first-pass success rate. Real-time visibility even for remote endpoints.

How does it work?

Single Agent Architecture

Unified management:

• Single agent for all functions
• Lightweight footprint
• Always connected
• Works over any network
• No VPN required

Continuous Compliance

Real-time enforcement:

• Configuration baselines
• Continuous monitoring
• Automatic remediation
• Policy enforcement
• Compliance dashboards

Intelligent Patching

Automated updates:

• Pre-tested patches
• Risk-based prioritization
• Flexible scheduling
• Rollback capability
• 98% success rate

Key Features

Patch Management

• OS patches (Windows, Linux, Mac)
• Third-party applications
• Pre-deployment testing
• Scheduling and maintenance windows
• Reboot management

Software Distribution

• Silent installation
• Self-service portal
• License tracking
• Version control
• Uninstall automation

Compliance Management

• CIS Benchmarks
• STIG compliance
• Custom policies
• Real-time reporting
• Remediation automation

Vulnerability Management

• CVE correlation
• Priority scoring
• Remediation tracking
• Risk dashboards
• Integration with vulnerability scanners

Supported Platforms

Category	Platforms
Windows	7, 8, 10, 11, Server 2012-2025
Linux	RHEL, Ubuntu, SUSE, CentOS, Debian
Unix	AIX, Solaris, HP-UX
Mac	macOS 10.13+
Cloud	AWS, Azure, GCP workloads
Virtual	Hyper-V, Citrix

BigFix Modules

Lifecycle:

• Software distribution
• OS deployment
• Inventory management

Compliance:

• Configuration management
• Regulatory compliance
• Vulnerability remediation

Patch:

• Windows, Linux, Mac patches
• Third-party patching
• Patch analytics

Security:

• Endpoint detection
• Threat remediation
• Security configuration

Who is it for?

• Enterprise with heterogeneous environment
• Organizations with remote/hybrid workforce
• IT teams managing thousands of endpoints
• Companies with strict compliance requirements

Benefits

For IT Operations: Single agent for everything, 98% patch success, reduced complexity

For Security: Real-time visibility, vulnerability remediation, compliance enforcement

For Business: Reduced risk, lower OpEx, audit-ready reporting

Specifications

Platforms	100+ OS versions
Agent	Single, lightweight
Patching	OS + 90+ third-party apps
Compliance	CIS, STIG, custom

FAQ

How many endpoints can BigFix manage? Scales to hundreds of thousands of endpoints. Proven in largest enterprises globally.

Does it require VPN for remote endpoints? No. BigFix agent communicates directly. Works over any internet connection.

What third-party apps are supported? 90+ applications: Adobe, Chrome, Firefox, Java, Office, Zoom, and more.

How fast is patch deployment? Minutes to hours. Depends on network and scheduling. 98% first-pass success.

Can I customize compliance policies? Yes. Pre-built (CIS, STIG) plus custom policies. Flexible rule engine.

How does software distribution work? Package, deploy, verify. Silent install, self-service portal, license tracking.

Does it support containers? Through integration with container platforms. Focus on host/OS level management.

How does reporting work? Built-in dashboards, compliance reports, custom queries. Export to CSV, PDF.

Does it integrate with SIEM? Yes. Syslog forwarding, REST API. Integration with Splunk, QRadar.

What about support? HCL global support. nFlo offers deployment, configuration and ongoing management.