Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
breach-of-security
noun
/briːtʃ əv sɪˈkjʊrɪti/
Definition
An incident where unauthorized access or harm is inflicted upon a system, network, or data, resulting in a violation of its security protocols.
Examples
- The company reported a breach of security that compromised customer data.
- After the breach of security, the IT department worked overtime to address vulnerabilities.
- Employees were trained on how to recognize a potential breach of security.
Meaning
A breach of security typically refers to the event when sensitive information is accessed or disclosed without permission. This can involve hacking, data leaks, or any other action that undermines the integrity of a secure system.
Synonyms
- security violation
- data breach
- security incident
