Latest Eccouncil 312-50 Exam Question

312-50 Question 8

 

Which of the following best describes Vulnerability?

A. The loss potential of a threat
B. An action or event that might prejudice security
C. An agent that could take advantage of a weakness
D. A weakness or error that can lead to compromise

Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
A vulnerability is a flaw or weakness in system security procedures, design or implementation that could be exercised (accidentally triggered or intentionally exploited) and result in a harm to an IT system or activity.