Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Fundamentals (SECFND, legacy) — Question 65

Which term represents a potential danger that could take advantage of a weakness in a system?

Answer options

• A. vulnerability
• B. risk
• C. threat
• D. exploit

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is 'threat' because it specifically refers to any potential danger that might exploit a vulnerability in a system. 'Vulnerability' describes the weakness itself, 'risk' pertains to the likelihood of a threat exploiting a vulnerability, and 'exploit' refers to the actual act of taking advantage of the vulnerability, not the threat itself.