security risk
noun
1
: someone who could damage an organization by giving information to an enemy or competitor
2
: someone or something that is a risk to safety
Any package left unattended will be deemed a security risk.
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That’s convenient, but there could be a security risk if one of your devices gets lost or stolen.
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PC Magazine, 17 June 2025
The proclamation released Wednesday also says Haitian immigrants pose a security risk, echoing Trump's years-long claims linking immigrants with crime and criminal activity, despite consistent independent research that debunks the rhetoric.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 6 June 2025
This creates a security risk, as sensitive data can leak or remain exposed indefinitely without detection.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Several top Republicans in Congress have expressed concerns about the deal, including that the plane would be a security risk.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
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PC Magazine, 17 June 2025
The proclamation released Wednesday also says Haitian immigrants pose a security risk, echoing Trump's years-long claims linking immigrants with crime and criminal activity, despite consistent independent research that debunks the rhetoric.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 6 June 2025
This creates a security risk, as sensitive data can leak or remain exposed indefinitely without detection.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Several top Republicans in Congress have expressed concerns about the deal, including that the plane would be a security risk.
—Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2025
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“Security risk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/security%20risk. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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