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Training Camp • Cybersecurity Glossary
Side loading is the process of installing applications on a device from sources other than the official app store, bypassing the security mechanisms in place to vet and approve the applications.
Side Loading Definition: Side loading is the process of installing applications on a device from sources other than the official app store, bypassing the security mechanisms in place to vet and approve the applications.
Side loading refers to the practice of installing and running applications on a device from sources other than the official app store or intended distribution channel. This can expose the device to security risks as these apps may not have undergone the same level of scrutiny and verification as those from authorized sources.
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