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undermine device security

[ˌʌndərˈmaɪn dɪˈvaɪs sɪˈkjʊrɪti]
verb phrase
comprometer a segurança do dispositivo
1. To weaken, damage, or make vulnerable the protective systems and safeguards of a device, making it susceptible to unauthorized access, malware, or cyberattacks
Outdated software can undermine device security by leaving known vulnerabilities unpatched.
Software desatualizado pode comprometer a segurança do dispositivo ao deixar vulnerabilidades conhecidas sem correção.
2. To deliberately sabotage or circumvent security measures on a device
Hackers attempt to undermine device security through social engineering and phishing attacks.
Hackers tentam comprometer a segurança do dispositivo através de engenharia social e ataques de phishing.
Synonyms
compromise device securityweaken device protectionjeopardize device safetybreach device defenses
Antonyms
enhance device securitystrengthen device protectionsafeguard devicefortify device security

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comprometer a segurança do dispositivo
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
prejudicar a segurança do dispositivo
Alternative phrasing commonly used in tech sector
Portugal
minar a segurança do dispositivo
Literal translation more commonly used in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

leave the door open to attacks
create a security breach
expose vulnerabilities
open the floodgates to malware
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