The security alert
Example: Security alert warns about potential or active threats
Definition
"The security alert" refers to a notification or warning issued to inform individuals or organizations about potential or active threats to safety, systems, or data. It aims to prompt immediate attention and action to prevent harm or unauthorized access.
Etymology
The term "security alert" combines "security," from the Latin 'securitas' meaning freedom from care or danger, and "alert," from the Italian 'all'erta,' meaning 'on the watch.' Together, they form a phrase used to signal vigilance against threats or risks, especially in safety and cybersecurity contexts.
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"The security alert" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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