SecurityBeginner
Vulnerability
Pronunciationvul-ner-uh-BIL-ih-tee
Definition
A weakness in software that an attacker could use to cause harm, such as stealing data.
Where you hear it
Security audits and dependency warnings.
Examples
The scan found a critical vulnerability in an old library.
Please patch the vulnerability before Friday.
Common mistake
Ignoring dependency warnings because "the app works". Known vulnerabilities are easy for attackers to find.