Isaiec 62443 Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist · Free Practice Question Easy

Question 12

Select the correct term for the definition “flaw or weakness in a system's design, implementation, or operation and management that could be exploited to violate the system's integrity or security policy”?
  • A Risk
  • B Vulnerability
  • C Threat source
  • D Consequence
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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Vulnerability is defined as a flaw or weakness in the design, implementation, operation, or management of a system that can be exploited to compromise the system's integrity or security policy. It can also be weakness in a system function, procedure, internal control, or implementation that can be exploited or triggered by a threat source, either intentionally designed into computer components or accidentally inserted at any point during its lifecycle. Sourcesof vulnerability could be physical and cyber security threats, both internal and external, encompassing hardware, software, and information.

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