Exploit
nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026
A technique or code that uses a vulnerability to provide system access to the attacker. An exploit is an intentional attack to impact an operating system or application program.
Framework senses
National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS) Cybersecurity Lexicon1 senseview framework →
- §1
- A technique to breach the security of a network or information system in violation of security policy.
- §1
- Full use of a vulnerability for the benefit of an attacker
Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) IT Examination Handbook Infobase, Glossary1 senseview framework →
- §1
- A technique or code that uses a vulnerability to provide system access to the attacker. An exploit is an intentional attack to impact an operating system or application program.