If a program on my computer is affected by a vulnerability, what can happen?

A vulnerability does not pose an immediate threat to computers. However, it is a potential entry point for other threats, such as viruses, worms and Trojans, which can have destructive effects.

For this reason, it is highly advisable to keep informed about the vulnerabilities discovered in the programs you have installed and apply the latest security patches released by manufacturers of these applications, which are usually available on their websites.