If you are running a certain program on your computer, can a hcker get in this way?

[James T Kirk USS Enterprise]

yo, yo, yo. hello there.

I am trying to figure out what it means for your computer to be vulnerable, or when a hcker scans your computer for "vulnerabilities".

If you are running a certain vulnerable program (or one that they have a program or method for) on your computer, can a hcker get into your computer this way?
i am talking about if you have a legitemate program and have not installed any trojen, nor have any trojens or viruses or malware/spyware on your computer.

 

[Ijack]

Yes. Vulnerabilities in programs can present ways for hackers to access the computer. That is why it is essential to apply all security updates and to restirct access, as far as possible, using a firewall.

 

[James T Kirk USS Enterprise]

hi Ijack, nice to meet you,

are updates the ONLY way that hckers can get in, or can they get in through
"vulnerable" hardware or other ways as well?

--cAptain KIrk
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