securityupdate

noun
UK /sɪˈkjʊərəti ˈʌpdeɪt/
US /sɪˈkjʊrəti ˈʌpdeɪt/

A security update is a small fix that keeps a computer or phone safe from bad things.

My tablet asked me to install a security update before I could play games.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A message telling people about a change that keeps something safe.

The school sent a security update about the new door locks.

3. A new version of a program that closes a hole someone could use to break in.

The app's security update stopped hackers from getting in.

4. The act of making something safer by adding new protection.

The bank announced a security update for its mobile app.