Release of confidential material to the media Crossword Clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "release of confidential material to the media" is NEWSLEAK. It is a 7-letter word that refers to the unauthorized disclosure of confidential information to the public.

Newsleaks can be damaging to organizations and individuals, as they can reveal sensitive information that could be used to harm them. They can also damage public trust in institutions.

There are many reasons why someone might release confidential material to the media. Some people do it for political reasons, while others do it for financial gain. Still others do it to expose wrongdoing or corruption.

Newsleaks can be difficult to stop, as they can be done anonymously. However, there are steps that organizations can take to protect themselves, such as implementing security measures and training employees on how to handle confidential information.

Here are some other possible answers to the clue, depending on the length of the required answer:

LEAK (4 letters)

DISCLOSURE (10 letters)

UNCLAS (5 letters)

COMPROMISE (10 letters)

EXPOSURE (8 letters)

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