Zero-day exploit

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CMP-001417",
  "term": "Zero-day exploit",
  "field": "Computing and IT",
  "definition": "A cyberattack that targets a software vulnerability that is unknown to the vendor or for which no patch has yet been released. Attackers exploit these vulnerabilities before developers have a chance to fix them, making detection and prevention challenging. These exploits are highly prized by malicious actors due to their effectiveness.",
  "subject": "Software",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/computing/zero-day-exploit/"
}