Definitions[]
General[]
A defect is an action or shortcoming that does not conform to a specification. Defects are generally classed by severity, with class one being the highest severity.
Security[]
A defect is
| “ | [a]n occurrence of a defect check that failed on an assessment object. It indicates a weakened state of security that increases risk.[1] | ” |
Software[]
See Software defect.
References[]
- ↑ NISTIR 8011, Vol. 1, at B-4.