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Definition of “Backdoor” :

A “Backdoor” in internet terminology refers to a method of bypassing normal authentication or encryption in a computer system, a product, or an embedded device, often for remote access to a computer, network, or a service. It can potentially be exploited for malicious purposes like hacking or unauthorized data access.

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