security flaw

Definitions

A weakness or vulnerability in a system, software, or network that could be exploited to compromise its integrity, confidentiality, or availability.

A defect or error in the design or implementation of a security mechanism that allows unauthorized access or malicious activity.

Examples

The software developers worked overnight to patch a critical security flaw discovered in the application.

Users were advised to update their browsers immediately to protect themselves from a known security flaw.

A security flaw in the database architecture allowed unauthorized access to sensitive customer information.

Synonyms

vulnerability weakness exploit security hole bug deficiency exposure

Antonyms

security protection safeguard defense fortification integrity robustness