unauthorized update
[/ˌʌnˈɔθəraɪzd ˈʌpdeɪt/]
nounpl: unauthorized updates
atualização não autorizada
1. A software or system update that is installed or deployed without proper authorization, approval, or permission from the appropriate authority or administrator
The unauthorized update caused significant disruptions to the company's network infrastructure.
A atualização não autorizada causou interrupções significativas na infraestrutura de rede da empresa.
2. An update that violates company policies, security protocols, or user agreements by being installed without consent
Users complained about the unauthorized update that changed their system settings without warning.
Os usuários reclamaram sobre a atualização não autorizada que alterou suas configurações de sistema sem aviso.
This term is commonly used in both American and Brazilian IT contexts, reflecting growing concerns about system security, data privacy, and corporate governance. In Brazil, particularly in São Paulo's tech industry, this phrase is critical in discussions about cybersecurity policies and compliance with LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados).
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