unencrypted computing

[ˌʌn.ɪnˈkrɪp.tɪd ˈkɑːm.pju.tɪŋ]
noun
computação não criptografada
1. Computing operations and data transmission performed without encryption protocols or security measures
Unencrypted computing poses significant security risks when handling sensitive financial data.
A computação não criptografada apresenta riscos significativos de segurança ao lidar com dados financeiros sensíveis.
2. The practice of processing, storing, or transmitting information in plaintext without protective encryption algorithms
Many legacy systems still rely on unencrypted computing, making them vulnerable to cyber attacks.
Muitos sistemas legados ainda dependem de computação não criptografada, tornando-os vulneráveis a ataques cibernéticos.
In Brazil and Portugal, awareness of unencrypted computing risks has grown significantly with LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) compliance requirements. In the USA, the term is prevalent in cybersecurity discourse and industry standards like NIST guidelines. Both regions view unencrypted computing as a serious liability in corporate and governmental contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
plaintext computingunprotected computingnon-encrypted data processingclear-text computing
Antonyms / Antônimos
encrypted computingsecure computingprotected computingcryptographic computing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
computação não criptografada
Standard term used in Brazilian tech and security sectors
São Paulo
computação sem criptografia
Alternative phrasing common in São Paulo tech hubs
Portugal
computação não encriptada
Portuguese variant using 'encriptada' instead of 'criptografada'
USA Tech Industry
unencrypted computing
Standard terminology in American cybersecurity and IT professionals

Related Words

encryptioncybersecuritydata protectionplaintextSSL/TLS protocolauthenticationvulnerability

Related Idioms & Phrases

open to attack
security breach waiting to happen
sitting duck for hackers
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