Dictionary · NIST SP 800-40
L2 — definitions grouped by regulatory framework.
4 senses under NIST SP 800-40
Nouns
4 senses- Exploit Code
A program that allows attackers to automatically break into a system.
- Remediation Plan
A plan to perform the remediation of one or more threats or vulnerabilities facing an organization’s systems. The plan typically includes options to remove threats and vulnerabilities and priorities for performing the remediation.
- Remediation
The act of correcting a vulnerability or eliminating a threat. Three possible types of remediation are installing a patch, adjusting configuration settings, or uninstalling a software application.
- System Administrator
A person who manages the technical aspects of a system.