V Flashcards
1
Q
validation
A
The act of performing tests and evaluations to test a system’s security level to see if it complies with security specifications and requirements.
2
Q
virus
A
A small application, or string of code, that infects applications. The main function of a virus is to reproduce, and it requires a host application to do this. It can damage data directly or degrade system performance.
3
Q
vulnerability
A
The absence or weakness of a safeguard that could be exploited.
