Unauthorized Access
/ˌʌnˈɔːθəraɪzd ˈæksɛs/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of entering or using computer systems, networks, or data without permission, often violating laws protecting digital information.
The company reported a case of unauthorized access to its confidential client database.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clearly distinguishing unauthorized access from authorized use is critical to define the scope of computer crime offenses.
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