compromised algorithm
[/ˈkɒmprəmaɪzd ˈælɡərɪðəm/]
nounpl: compromised algorithms
algoritmo comprometido
1. An algorithm whose integrity, security, or functionality has been weakened or corrupted, typically through malicious manipulation, unauthorized access, or deliberate modification
The security team discovered a compromised algorithm in the authentication system that allowed unauthorized users to bypass login requirements.
A equipe de segurança descobriu um algoritmo comprometido no sistema de autenticação que permitia que usuários não autorizados contornassem os requisitos de login.
2. An algorithm that has been intentionally or unintentionally altered to produce incorrect results or to expose sensitive information
After the cyberattack, multiple compromised algorithms were found to be leaking customer data.
Após o ciberataque, vários algoritmos comprometidos foram encontrados vazando dados de clientes.
3. In cryptography, an algorithm whose security properties have been broken or weakened through mathematical attacks or implementation flaws
The compromised algorithm could no longer guarantee the confidentiality of encrypted messages.
O algoritmo comprometido não podia mais garantir a confidencialidade das mensagens criptografadas.
This term is prevalent in cybersecurity discussions in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, technology companies and government agencies use this terminology in security bulletins and incident reports. In the USA, it is standard terminology in cybersecurity conferences, government agencies (NSA, CISA), and corporate IT departments. The term reflects growing global concern about data breaches and system integrity.
NYC Slang
A busted/sketchy algo
Related Idioms & Phrases
security is only as strong as its weakest algorithm
one compromised algorithm can bring down the whole system
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