unauthorized

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Bolton was accused of sharing classified files by email with two "unauthorized individuals" who have not been identified but are believed to be his wife and daughter.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

“As is our regular practice, we send copyright notices to unauthorized websites that post copyrighted content from CBS and our network/studio talent,” the spokesperson asserted, insisting the copyright enforcement was simply routine intellectual-property protection.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

In addition, the board believed that Manifold shared privileged information with people unauthorized to have it and withheld information from the board, one of the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Sadly, Armando was unauthorized to give me merch, but he did offer me a gift card in a tiny envelope.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

In Los Angeles, a grand jury indicted Daniel Ellsberg on three felony counts, including theft and unauthorized possession of classified documents, and violation of the Espionage Act.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin