A hotfix is a rapid, out-of-cycle update applied to resolve critical bugs, security vulnerabilities, or system failures in production environments. Hotfixes bypass the usual release process to minimize disruption and reduce risk to users. They are typically deployed immediately when issues threaten functionality, security, or uptime. After applying a hotfix, teams often follow up with more comprehensive fixes during regular release cycles.
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Hotfix
An urgent patch or update deployed to fix critical bugs or security vulnerabilities in production software without following the normal release cycle.
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