Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
backdoor
noun
/ˈbækˌdɔːr/
Definition
A method of bypassing normal authentication or security protocols, often used for unauthorized access to a system or data.
Examples
- The hacker used a backdoor to access the company’s database.
- Many software developers include a backdoor for legitimate troubleshooting purposes.
- In politics, a backdoor deal was made to secure votes for the bill.
Meaning
The term refers to a hidden way of entering a system that allows access without going through standard security measures.
Synonyms
- secret route
- hidden access
- covert entry
