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Infrastructure Vulnerability

Definition

An infrastructure vulnerability is a weakness in the underlying systems or components that support digital operations, making them susceptible to attack. These weaknesses can exist in network hardware, software, operating systems, or cloud configurations, potentially allowing unauthorized access, data manipulation, or service disruption. Such flaws can be exploited by malicious actors to compromise entire systems, leading to significant security incidents. In the context of blockchain, this might refer to weaknesses in node software or network protocols.