Description: Code execution refers to the ability to execute arbitrary code on a target system due to a vulnerability. This phenomenon occurs when an attacker can inject and run programming instructions in an environment that should not allow it, potentially compromising the system’s security. Vulnerabilities that allow code execution can arise from software bugs, misconfigurations, or failures in input validation. Code execution can be local, where the attacker has physical or network access to the system, or remote, where the attacker can execute code without direct access. This capability is particularly dangerous, as it can allow an attacker to take full control of the system, access sensitive data, install malware, or perform other malicious actions. Detecting and mitigating these vulnerabilities is crucial in the field of cybersecurity, and various vulnerability analysis techniques are used to identify and remedy these flaws before they can be exploited.
