latent security
[ˈleɪtənt sɪˈkjʊrɪti]
nounpl: latent securities
segurança latente
1. A security interest or claim that exists but is not immediately apparent or enforced, often hidden or dormant until triggered by specific conditions or events
The bank held a latent security on the property that only became apparent during the foreclosure proceedings.
O banco mantinha uma segurança latente sobre a propriedade que apenas se tornou aparente durante os procedimentos de execução hipotecária.
2. In legal and financial contexts, a dormant right or claim that remains valid but unexercised until certain circumstances arise
The investor's latent security in the company remained dormant until the bankruptcy filing triggered its enforcement.
A segurança latente do investidor na empresa permaneceu adormecida até que o pedido de falência desencadeasse sua execução.
3. A potential or hidden security measure or protection that is in place but not actively deployed
The system includes latent security features that activate only in case of unauthorized access attempts.
O sistema inclui recursos de segurança latente que se ativam apenas em caso de tentativas de acesso não autorizado.
This term is primarily used in legal, banking, and financial contexts in both the United States and Brazil. It reflects the importance of understanding hidden or dormant claims in property transactions, corporate law, and credit arrangements. In Brazil, understanding latent securities is crucial for navigating real estate transactions and corporate restructurings, where such claims can significantly impact ownership and creditor rights.
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