Definition ∞ An operational security flaw represents a weakness in the procedures, policies, or human elements of a system’s security framework. Unlike technical vulnerabilities, these flaws arise from failures in how security practices are implemented and managed, rather than coding errors. Examples include inadequate access control protocols, poor key management practices, or insufficient employee training. Such lapses can be exploited to bypass technical safeguards.
Context ∞ Operational security flaws are frequently implicated in major cryptocurrency hacks and thefts, often alongside technical vulnerabilities. A key discussion centers on the importance of comprehensive security audits that extend beyond code to assess human processes and organizational policies. Future developments will likely emphasize security awareness training, multi-party computation for critical operations, and the adoption of standardized operational security frameworks tailored for digital asset custodians and decentralized projects.
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