What is a Threat Vector?
A threat vector, also known as attack vector, is a method cyber criminals use to gain unauthorized access to computer systems and networks. Hackers exploit threat vectors to gain access to user accounts or load malicious software (malware) onto systems to launch cyber-attacks, with the aim of stealing sensitive information and causing system failures. The total number of all possible entry points (threat vectors) for unauthorized access into a system is known as its attack surface.
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