press Dec 8, 2021 · ZDNet
With 18,378 vulnerabilities reported in 2021, NIST records fifth straight year of record numbers
ZDNet published a report on NIST data showing that 2021 saw 18,378 vulnerabilities discovered, continuing a fifth consecutive year of record numbers. Casey Ellis commented on the vulnerability landscape and the implications of sustained increases in reported security flaws.
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Highlights a NIST report showing that a record number of vulnerabilities were discovered in 2021, marking the fifth consecutive year of record-breaking numbers.