security restriction

[/sɪˈkjʊrəti rɪˈstrɪkʃən/]
nounpl: security restrictions
restrição de segurança
1. A limitation or control measure implemented to protect information, systems, or facilities from unauthorized access or threats
The company imposed new security restrictions on employee access to confidential databases.
A empresa impôs novas restrições de segurança no acesso dos funcionários aos bancos de dados confidenciais.
2. A rule or policy that prevents certain activities or access to maintain cybersecurity or physical safety
Security restrictions prevented the file from being downloaded outside the office network.
Restrições de segurança impediram que o arquivo fosse baixado fora da rede do escritório.
3. Regulatory or legal constraints that limit how information or resources can be used or shared
Government security restrictions limit who can access classified information.
Restrições de segurança governamentais limitam quem pode acessar informações classificadas.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, security restrictions are increasingly common due to data protection concerns. In Brazil, LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) compliance has made security restrictions more stringent. In the USA, regulations like HIPAA and SOX drive similar implementations. The term is widely used in IT departments, banking, healthcare, and government sectors across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
security constraintaccess controlsecurity measuresecurity protocolaccess limitation
Antonyms / Antônimos
open accessunrestricted accessfreedom of access

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
restrição de segurança
Standard usage in business and IT contexts
Rio de Janeiro
restrição de segurança / limitação de acesso
Both terms used interchangeably in local IT industry
São Paulo
restrição de segurança
Preferred in corporate and banking sectors
Portugal
restrição de segurança / limitação de acesso à segurança
Similar usage as Brazil, sometimes more formal terminology

Related Words

encryptionauthenticationauthorizationfirewallaccess control listsecurity policycybersecuritydata protection

Related Idioms & Phrases

lock down access
tighten security
impose restrictions
enforce security measures
lift restrictions
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