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Other:W32/Vulnerability

First posted on 29 September 2010.
Source: SecurityHome

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Explanation :

A programming flaw or security loophole that may allow other users, applications or attackers to affect a program or system without the user's authorization or knowledge.

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About Vulnerabilities

A vulnerability is a programming flaw or security loophole that may allow other users, applications or attackers to affect a program or system without the user's authorization or knowledge.

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Last update 29 September 2010

 

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