TechnologyAugust 17, 2026

misconfigurations

mis-kon-fig-yu-RAY-shunz

Definition

Incorrect or suboptimal settings in a software or system environment that leave security gaps.

Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'mis-' (wrong) and 'configuration' (an arrangement or setup), originating from the Latin 'configurare,' meaning to form or shape.

In the news

Brockman advises organizations to empower AI agents to identify and fix these errors, as they are a primary target for attackers exploiting enterprise defenses.

OpenAI President Urges Enterprises to Deploy AI Agents

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