Primary definition
A technique to breach the security of a network or information system in violation of security policy.
Also known asattack vector · vulnerability exploit · security exploit · exploit code · zero-day exploit
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— NICCS GlossaryView source
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NICCS
A technique to breach the security of a network or information system in violation of security policy.
NICCS Glossary · 2024
Cite this term
Permanent URL · stable across revisions
Election Security Glossary. (2026). Exploit. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/exploit
Sources
3 cited · last checked Aug 10, 2026
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NICCS Glossary
NICCS Glossary
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March 2020 CSC Report
March 2020 CSC Report
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The Cyber Glossary
The Cyber Glossary
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