Term: threat

Threat (noun) /θret/:

1. A suggestion that something unpleasant or violent will happen, especially if a particular action or order is not followed. LV: draudi, piedraudējums.
2. A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger. LV: apdraudējums.
3. In computing, a potential danger that might exploit a vulnerability to breach security. LV: kiberapdraudējums.

Example sentences:

1. The company received a threat from a competitor claiming they would release private emails.
2. Global warming is a major threat to the survival of many coastal cities.
3. The security system is designed to detect any internal threat before data is stolen.

Common phrases:

• Security threat: A person, object, or event that could result in the loss of data or damage to assets.”A weak password is a significant security threat to your personal account.”
• Under threat: In a situation where danger or trouble is likely to happen.”Many traditional crafts are under threat because young people are not learning them.”
• Pose a threat: To be a possible source of danger or trouble.”The abandoned building began to pose a threat to the safety of the neighborhood.”
• Death threat: A communication stating an intent to kill someone.”The witness was placed under police protection after receiving a death threat.”