What is a CVE number, and does seeing one mean I was hacked?
Reviewed answer
A CVE identifies a published security flaw; it does not show that your device was attacked.
- Copy the complete CVE identifier from the notice so you can check the correct issue.
- Read the software or device maker's security notice and compare its affected products and versions with yours.
- If you are affected, follow the maker's update or temporary-protection instructions.
Get help if
Your exact product and version are affected, especially when the maker reports real attacks.