GK Question

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A security event that compromises the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of data is called a ________.

Answer: Breach

Security Breach is an incident where unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of data occurs. Requires immediate containment, investigation, notification (as per laws like DPDP Act 2023), and remediation. Prevention: defense-in-depth, monitoring, incident response planning, and employee training.

Topic Cybersecurity
Exam Relevance Banking, SSC, UPSC