Software Vulnerability

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Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

None

Definition(s):

A security flaw, glitch, or weakness found in software code that could be exploited by an attacker (threat source).
Source(s):
NISTIR 8011 Vol. 4 under software vulnerability NIST SP 800-163 Rev.1 - Adapted

A security flaw, glitch, or weakness found in software that can be exploited by an attacker.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-163 [Superseded]

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