How to Perform a Vulnerability Assessment: A Step-by-Step Guide
Security Boulevard, Friday, July 24th, 2026
CVE submissions have surged 263% since 2020, requiring systematic vulnerability assessment processes.
NIST data shows explosive growth in vulnerability submissions, with attackers most frequently exploiting improper input validation and missing authentication.
NIST has shifted its prioritization model and no longer enriches all CVEs immediately. The industry is transitioning from CVSS-only scoring toward Stakeholder-Specific Vulnerability Categorization.
Organizations need documented, repeatable assessment procedures combining scanning, validation, prioritization, remediation and continuous rescanning to maintain compliance across finance, healthcare and critical infrastructure sectors.