According to CVSS, what is a description of the attack vector score?

The correct answer is B. The metric score will be larger when a remote attack is more likely. The Attack Vector metric assesses the different ways an attacker could exploit a vulnerability, considering the level of proximity required for the attack. A higher score is given when the vulnerability can be exploited remotely without the need for physical access to the…

Submitted by salim_om· Mar 6, 2026Security Concepts

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AIt depends on how far away the attacker is located and the vulnerable component.
BThe metric score will be larger when a remote attack is more likely.
CIt depends on how many physical and logical manipulations are possible on a vulnerable
DThe metric score will be larger when it is easier to physically touch or manipulate the vulnerable

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4% (2)
B
89% (49)
C
2% (1)
D
5% (3)

Explanation

The Attack Vector metric assesses the different ways an attacker could exploit a vulnerability, considering the level of proximity required for the attack. A higher score is given when the vulnerability can be exploited remotely without the need for physical access to the vulnerable system, indicating a higher risk compared to attacks that require physical access or user interaction. Therefore, the Attack Vector score is larger when the possibility of a remote attack is more feasible, as remote attacks often pose a higher risk due to their accessibility and potential for exploitation by a wider range of threat actors.

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