Vulnerability assessment
The basics of vulnerability assessment involve a systematic and comprehensive approach to identifying, quantifying, and addressing vulnerabilities within a system, network, or organization. The primary goal of vulnerability assessment is to uncover weaknesses or security gaps that malicious actors could exploit to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of critical assets. Vulnerability assessment is a crucial process in cybersecurity that helps organizations identify and address potential weaknesses in their systems and networks. The following diagram shows the key steps and elements involved in vulnerability assessment:
Figure 3.1 – Vulnerability assessment process
Here are the basics of vulnerability assessment, along with some examples to illustrate each step.
Scope definition
In this step, you define the scope and objectives of the assessment. Determine which systems, applications, or networks...