Cyberattacks
/ˈsaɪbərˌæˌtæks/
Definitions
- (n.) Deliberate attempts to breach, disrupt, or damage computer systems or networks, often with malicious intent, recognized under laws addressing cybercrime and information security.
The company strengthened its defenses after a series of sophisticated cyberattacks.
Forms
- cyberattack
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'cyberattacks' often implicate statutes on unauthorized access, data protection, and critical infrastructure security.
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