unsafe distribution
[/ʌnˈseɪf dɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/]
nounpl: unsafe distributions
distribuição insegura
1. A method or process of distributing goods, software, or resources in a manner that does not meet safety standards or poses potential risks to recipients or the public
The company faced legal consequences for unsafe distribution of contaminated food products.
A empresa enfrentou consequências legais pela distribuição insegura de produtos alimentícios contaminados.
2. In software and computing, the release or sharing of code or applications without proper security measures, testing, or verification
Unsafe distribution of the software patch led to system vulnerabilities across multiple devices.
A distribuição insegura do patch de software resultou em vulnerabilidades do sistema em vários dispositivos.
3. Unequal or improper allocation of resources, benefits, or goods that may disadvantage certain groups or individuals
The unsafe distribution of emergency supplies raised concerns among humanitarian organizations.
A distribuição insegura de suprimentos de emergência levantou preocupações entre organizações humanitárias.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian business and regulatory contexts, particularly in food safety, pharmaceuticals, and software industries. In the USA, it appears frequently in compliance and legal documentation. The concept has gained increased importance in both countries due to growing concerns about supply chain security, product safety, and cybersecurity threats related to software distribution.
Related Idioms & Phrases
cutting corners in distribution
lack of proper channels
shoddy distribution practices
distribution without safeguards
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