Terms of Use

1. Definitions

• "Service" refers to the CVEDatabase.com website, its content, features, and functionality.
• "We," "Us," "Our" refers to Brilliant Dog Ltd., a company registered in England and Wales.
• "User," "You," "Your" refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the Service.
• "Content" includes all data, text, vulnerability information, AI-generated guidance, and materials available through the Service.

2. Service Description

CVEDatabase.com provides:

• Access to Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) data sourced from public databases
• CVSS (Common Vulnerability Scoring System) scores and severity ratings
• EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) probability scores
• CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) status information
• AI-powered remediation guidance and risk analysis
• Bulk vulnerability analysis tools
• Educational content about cybersecurity

3. Important Disclaimer

3.1 Information Accuracy

The vulnerability information provided on this website is sourced from third-party databases including the National Vulnerability Database (NVD), CISA, and FIRST.org. While we strive to present accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of this data.

3.2 Not Professional Advice

The content on CVEDatabase.com is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional cybersecurity, legal, or technical advice. You should always consult with qualified security professionals before making decisions based on vulnerability data.

3.3 Third-Party Data Sources

This website is not endorsed, certified, or affiliated with NIST, NVD, MITRE, CISA, or FIRST.org. CVE® is a registered trademark of the MITRE Corporation. For authoritative vulnerability information, please consult the official sources directly.

4. AI-Generated Content

This website utilises artificial intelligence (AI) to generate certain content, including:

• Remediation guidance and suggested fixes
• Risk summaries and analysis
• Executive briefings
• Patch prioritisation recommendations

AI Content Warning:

• AI-generated content may contain errors, inaccuracies, or outdated information
• AI recommendations may not be suitable for your specific environment or use case
• You must independently verify all AI-generated suggestions before implementation
• We are not liable for any damages resulting from reliance on AI-generated content
• AI output should be treated as a starting point for further research, not a final solution

5. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

• The Service is provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
• We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
• We shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses.
• We are not liable for any security breaches, data loss, system failures, or other damages resulting from your reliance on information provided by this Service.
• We are not responsible for any actions you take or fail to take based on information from this Service.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability for certain damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

6. Acceptable Use & Restrictions

6.1 Permitted Uses

• Personal research and education about cybersecurity vulnerabilities
• Professional security assessment and vulnerability management
• Internal business use for security operations
• Integration with security tools for defensive purposes

6.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to use this Service to:

• Conduct any illegal activities or exploit vulnerabilities for malicious purposes
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to systems you do not own or have permission to test
• Scrape, harvest, or mass-download data through automated means without permission
• Circumvent, disable, or interfere with security-related features of the Service
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Use the Service in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the Service
• Redistribute, resell, or commercially exploit our content without explicit authorisation
• Use the Service in violation of any applicable laws or regulations

7. Intellectual Property & Licensing

7.1 Our Content

The website design, layout, original text, graphics, and software are owned by Brilliant Dog Ltd. and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, you may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written consent.

7.2 Third-Party Data

Vulnerability data displayed on this website is sourced from public databases and is subject to their respective terms:

• NVD data is provided by NIST and is in the public domain
• CVE® is a registered trademark of the MITRE Corporation
• EPSS data is provided by FIRST.org under their terms of use
• KEV data is provided by CISA and is in the public domain

7.3 Trademarks

All third-party trademarks, service marks, and logos are the property of their respective owners. Reference to any third-party trademarks does not imply endorsement or affiliation.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Brilliant Dog Ltd., its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

9. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your information.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when these Terms were last revised. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

12. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales for any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Service.

Severability: If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Brilliant Dog Ltd. regarding your use of the Service.