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Which of the following options is true about 'Vulnerability'?

18. Which of the following options is true about "Vulnerability"?

1. Vulnerability refers to the act of maliciously exploiting software flaws
2. Vulnerability is a measure of the potential impact of a cyber-attack
3. Vulnerability is a security mechanism used to protect computer systems
4. Vulnerability is a weakness or flaw in a system that could be exploited by threats

Answer: D) Vulnerability is a weakness or flaw in a system that could be exploited by threats.

Explanation:

Vulnerability refers to a weakness or flaw in a system, network, software, or application that makes it susceptible to exploitation by potential threats or attackers.