Defined term
Exploit
Exploit: Software that takes advantage of a vulnerability to undermine a computer’s security.
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Definition
Software that takes advantage of a vulnerability to undermine a computer’s security.
Alternative Definitions
- Definition 2
A technique to breach the security of a network or information system in violation of security policy.
- Definition 3
Definition: A technique to breach the security of a network or information system in violation of security policy. (Adapted from: ISO/IEC 27039 (draft), DHS personnel) (NICCS)