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Vulnerability

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Vulnerability · ཉམས་ཞན། · 漏洞 · vul-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee · security flaw · CVE · Cybersecurity · security · bug · patchCybersecuritysecurity flaw CVE

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Also known as: security flaw, CVE

Last updated August 7, 2026

Definition

A vulnerability is a weakness in software, hardware, or configuration that an attacker could exploit to gain unauthorized access, disrupt service, or steal data.

Real-World Example

Leaving an outdated plugin on a website can create a vulnerability that lets attackers upload malware.

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