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OPSEC
OP-sek · noun · informal
Operations Security — protecting sensitive operational info.
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'Operations Security' — the practice of identifying and protecting critical information so adversaries cannot piece together friendly intentions, capabilities, or activities.
“"Watch your OPSEC — don't post the deployment dates online."”
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OPSEC In A Sentence
"Watch your OPSEC — don't post the deployment dates online."
Origin & Usage
US military portmanteau of 'operations' and 'security'.
People Also Ask
What does OPSEC mean?
OPSEC stands for 'Operations Security' — the practice of protecting critical information so adversaries cannot piece together friendly intentions, capabilities, or activities.
What is a common OPSEC concern?
Careless sharing of details like deployment dates, locations, or plans, as in 'watch your OPSEC — don't post the deployment dates online'.
How is OPSEC different from COMSEC?
OPSEC protects operational information broadly, while COMSEC (Communications Security) specifically protects communications from interception.
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