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Glossary term

Data Breach

This term has 2 definitions.

  1. A data breach occurs when someone accesses information without the owner’s knowledge or authorization. It is also referred to as data leakage or information leakage. The compromised data can be of any kind?such as health records, business information, or other sensitive personal details. A data breach may happen either intentionally or unintentionally and can lead to personal, financial, or reputational harm.

  2. A data breach occurs when unauthorized individuals gain access to confidential data, such as personal or financial information. This can lead to identity theft, financial fraud, and significant reputational damage for the affected organization.

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