computer vulnerability

[kəmˈpjuːtər ˌvʌlnərəˈbɪləti]
nounfemininepl: computer vulnerabilities / vulnerabilidades de computador
vulnerabilidade de computador
1. A weakness or flaw in computer software, hardware, or systems that can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access or cause damage
The security team discovered a critical computer vulnerability that could allow hackers to breach the network.
A equipe de segurança descobriu uma vulnerabilidade crítica de computador que permitiria aos hackers invadir a rede.
2. A security flaw in an operating system, application, or firmware that exposes a system to potential attacks
Patching computer vulnerabilities regularly is essential for maintaining system security.
Corrigir vulnerabilidades de computador regularmente é essencial para manter a segurança do sistema.
3. Any gap or weakness in cybersecurity defenses that can be leveraged to compromise data, privacy, or system integrity
The hacker exploited a known computer vulnerability to gain access to sensitive customer data.
O invasor explorou uma vulnerabilidade de computador conhecida para obter acesso a dados sensíveis dos clientes.
In both Brazilian and American IT cultures, 'computer vulnerability' is a critical term in cybersecurity discourse. Brazilian companies increasingly adopt English cybersecurity terminology in professional contexts, though Portuguese translations are also widely used in government and regulatory communications. The term reflects the global nature of cybersecurity threats and the shared responsibility of protecting digital infrastructure across countries.
NYC Slang
security hole; weak spot in the system
Synonyms / Sinônimos
security flawsecurity weaknessexploitbugsecurity holeloophole
Antonyms / Antônimos
security strengthrobustnessprotectionfortification

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vulnerabilidade de computador
Standard term used in technology and IT sectors throughout Brazil
São Paulo
vulnerabilidade de sistema
Alternative term sometimes used in tech hubs; more specific to system vulnerabilities
Portugal
vulnerabilidade informática
European Portuguese preference for 'informática' (informatics/computing)
Technical/Academic
falha de segurança
More formal term used in academic and enterprise security contexts

Related Words

cybersecurityexploitpatchsecurity breachmalwarefirewallencryptionzero-day

Related Idioms & Phrases

to patch a vulnerability
to exploit a vulnerability
zero-day vulnerability
known vulnerability
critical vulnerability
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