The attack surface of a software environment is the sum of the different points (the 'attack vectors') where an unauthorized user (the 'attacker') can try to enter data to or extract data from an environment.
Patching refers to the process of applying updates to software or a database to correct security vulnerabilities and other bugs.
System hardening involves reducing a system's attack surface by disabling unnecessary services and applying security best practices.
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