Which violation can occur if sensitive information is disclosed on a social networking site?

The scenario involves sensitive information being disclosed on a social networking site, which can lead to a data breach. A data breach occurs when unauthorized individuals gain access to confidential information, often resulting from poor security practices, insider threats, or accidental disclosures. In the context of social networking, if sensitive information such as personal identifiers, financial information, or proprietary data is shared publicly or with unauthorized users, it can compromise the security of individuals or organizations. This breach exposes that sensitive information to potential misuse, identity theft, or other malicious activities, making it critical to understand the implications of sharing information online.

The other choices—unauthorized access, malware attack, and cyberbullying—represent different threats and violations but do not directly correlate with the act of disclosing sensitive information on social networking sites as specifically as a data breach does. Unauthorized access implies gaining entry to a system without permission rather than a public disclosure. A malware attack involves malicious software designed to damage or exploit devices or networks instead of focusing on information sharing. Cyberbullying concerns harmful behavior directed at individuals, rather than the security nuances of data exposure.