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Glossary Term Untrusted Entity

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What is Untrusted Entity?

An untrusted entity in cybersecurity refers to a person, system, or organization that is not recognized as having integrity, confidentiality, or authorization within a particular computing environment or network.

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Understanding Untrusted Entity

An untrusted entity in cybersecurity refers to any individual, system, or organization that is not considered reliable or authorized to access sensitive information, resources, or networks. It could pose a security threat, such as potentially malicious actors, unauthorized users, or unsecured devices that can compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems.

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