Types of threats · Question 7 of 12

Why is "security by obscurity" not considered protection?

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  • D Hiding does not remove the actual vulnerability

Explanation

Anyone who only hides that TYPO3 or a certain version is running leaves the hole open. Automated scanners try known attacks anyway. Only fixing the vulnerability itself is effective, for example through updates.

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