access controls

[ˈækses kənˈtroʊlz]
noun
controles de acesso
1. Security measures and policies implemented to restrict or permit entry to physical or digital resources
The building's access controls require employees to swipe their ID cards to enter restricted areas.
Os controles de acesso do prédio exigem que os funcionários passem seus cartões de identificação para entrar em áreas restritas.
2. Technical systems that manage user permissions and authentication for computer networks or software applications
We need to update our access controls to prevent unauthorized database modifications.
Precisamos atualizar nossos controles de acesso para evitar modificações não autorizadas no banco de dados.
3. Administrative procedures that determine who can access what resources and under what conditions
Proper access controls are essential for maintaining data security and compliance.
Os controles de acesso apropriados são essenciais para manter a segurança de dados e conformidade.
Access controls are critical in both Brazilian and American corporate environments, particularly following data protection regulations like LGPD in Brazil and GDPR compliance discussions. The term is predominantly used in IT, security, and organizational management contexts and has become increasingly important in discussions about cybersecurity and data privacy.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
access managementauthentication systemspermission controlssecurity controlsuser authorization
Antonyms / Antônimos
unrestricted accessopen accesspublic access

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
controles de acesso
Standard term used in IT and security contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
controles de acesso
Common in corporate and financial sectors; sometimes abbreviated as CAC
Rio de Janeiro
controles de acesso
Used in government and security installations
Portugal
controlos de acesso
Portuguese spelling variant; widely used in European IT standards

Related Words

authenticationauthorizationfirewallencryptioncybersecuritycredentialsrole-based access control (RBAC)multi-factor authentication

Related Idioms & Phrases

tighten access controls
implement access controls
enforce access controls
bypass access controls
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