What is the latest vulnerability recorded by the NVD? (to answer this question, visit the NVD at http://nvd. nist.gov/ , click on the link to the “vulnerability search engine” and click “search,” leaving default values in all fields.)

Visit the NVD Website:

• Open your web browser and go to the NVD website: http://nvd.nist.gov/.

Access the Vulnerability Search Engine:

• On the NVD homepage, look for a link or section that says "Vulnerability Search" or "Search NVD." This is typically found at the top or in the main menu. Click on it.

Perform a Search:

• On the Vulnerability Search page, you might be presented with various search options and fields. In this case, you can leave all the fields with their default values.

Initiate the Search:

• After ensuring that no specific criteria are set, there is usually a "Search" button or a similar option. Click on it to initiate the search.

Review the Results:

• The search results will display a list of vulnerabilities. They are typically sorted in reverse chronological order, with the latest vulnerability appearing at the top of the list. Each entry should include information about the vulnerability, including its name, ID, severity, and publication date.

Identify the Latest Vulnerability:

• Look for the most recent entry in the list, and that should be the latest vulnerability recorded by the NVD.