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security loophole

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security loophole

A vulnerability in software, typically in the operating system, that enables an attacker to compromise the system. See vulnerability.



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Yet there are few meaningful safeguards in most states to make sure that those applying for licenses are who they say they are -- a security loophole that can make life all too easy for terrorists.
A virus designed to destroy data, however, could use the same security loophole to wreak much more havoc.
This saves time and improves efficiency; but more importantly, it closes a potential security loophole.
 
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