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Vulnerability Scanner

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Definition

A tool that automatically identifies known vulnerabilities in systems and applications by comparing configurations against a database of known weaknesses.

ID: C056

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  • Vulnerability Scanner
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Academic References

National Institute of Standards and Technology. (2006). Technical Guide to Information Security Testing and Assessment (NIST SP 800-115). U.S. Department of Commerce.