This is the 3813th most frequent German word.
schwachstelle
Weak point; vulnerability.
Used to denote a flaw or vulnerability in a system or setup.
Die Schwachstelle des Systems ist der mangelhafte Schutz vor Malware.
The weakness of the system is the insufficient protection against malware.
Refers to a defect or point of failure within a mechanical component or design.
Der Ingenieur arbeitete daran, die Schwachstelle des Motors zu beheben.
The engineer worked on fixing the weakness of the engine.
Indicates a logical or conceptual weak point within a reasoning or argument.