Do not wait to correct the problem. Remediate and test the software. Replace or modify existing software or ignore it if it is not critical to your operation. Balance the remediation cost against the risk of mission critical and non-mission critical tasks not being performed. Test and retest the system to ensure it will perform properly.
Time is of the essence.
Time to prevent disruptions and to properly advise your clients is rapidly running out. No amount of debate will turn the clock back. Neither the silicon experts nor the government can fix the problem. Even Bill Gates has said there is no silver bullet that will solve this problem. You must develop a unified strategy to deal with the problem or your problems will multiply.