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Glossary › Data Leak
What is Data Leak ?
A data leak occurs when sensitive or regulated data becomes publicly accessible because of misconfigured cloud storage, accidental sharing, or improper access controls. In TPRM, vendor-side leaks are common due to inconsistent cloud practices or unmanaged data repositories.
FAQs
Are data leaks always malicious?
No, most result from configuration errors.
Do leaks require notification?
Often yes, depending on the data involved.
How are leaks detected?
Security scans, researchers, or threat intelligence.
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