unauthorizedchange
nounUK /ʌnˈɔːθəraɪzd tʃeɪndʒ/
US /ʌnˈɔːθəraɪzd tʃeɪndʒ/
A change that someone makes without permission.
The teacher noticed an unauthorized change to the classroom rules.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A modification made to a computer system or file without official approval.
The security team detected an unauthorized change to the server settings.
3. An edit to a document or record made by someone who is not allowed to do so.
An unauthorized change in the school records caused confusion.
4. A change in a bank account or financial record made without the owner's consent.
She reported an unauthorized change to her account balance.