Whitelists
/ˈwaɪtˌlɪsts/
Definitions
- (n.) Lists of entities approved for access or actions, often used in cybersecurity and compliance contexts.
The company maintains whitelists to ensure only authorized software can run on its systems.
Forms
- whitelist
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Commentary
In legal drafting, the term 'whitelist' should be used carefully due to potential inclusivity concerns; alternatives like 'allowlist' may be preferred.
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