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Zero-day vulnerability
A zero-day vulnerability refers to a software vulnerability or weakness that is unknown to the vendor or the public.
Zero-day vulnerability
A zero-day vulnerability refers to a software vulnerability or weakness that is unknown to the vendor or the public. It poses a significant risk as attackers can exploit it before a patch or security measures are available, leaving systems exposed and at risk.
Characteristics
- Unknown to vendor
- No patch available
- High risk
- Difficult to defend against