Sensitive Data Exposure
Sensitive Data Exposure is a computer security threat that happens when sensitive or valuable data is not protected properly. This data can include things like personal information (like your name, address or phone number), credit card numbers, or even passwords.
If sensitive data is exposed, it can be seen or used by people who shouldn’t have access to it. Sometimes this happens because the data is stored in an insecure way, like not being properly encrypted. Other times it happens because of a mistake or oversight, like accidentally emailing sensitive data to the wrong person.
The consequences of sensitive data exposure can be very serious, such as someone stealing your identity or using your credit card information to make unauthorized purchases. That’s why it’s so important to take steps to protect your sensitive data, like using strong passwords, only sharing information with trusted sources, and keeping your computer and software up-to-date with the latest security patches.