Turvallisuustiedote

Turvallisuustiedote is a Finnish term for a formal notice about safety or security risks issued by an organization, government authority, or security responder. It functions as a concise, actionable communication intended to inform stakeholders about a concrete hazard, the scope of affected systems or products, potential impacts, and recommended mitigation measures. The notice may pertain to physical safety, public safety, consumer protection, or cybersecurity, and is often used when timely guidance can reduce harm or prevent disruption.

A turvallisuustiedote typically includes: a headline and issue date, description of the risk, affected items or services, severity or likelihood assessment, practical steps to avoid or limit harm (workarounds, patches, updates, procedures), any required action by recipients, and contact or reference information for further help. It may also specify a response timeline or update cadence.

Dissemination targets professionals and the general public, depending on the context. Common channels include official websites, mailing lists, social media, media outlets, and emergency alert systems. In Finland, national cybersecurity authorities such as CERT-FI publish turvallisuustiedotteita to inform about vulnerabilities, incidents, and protective measures.

The concept is part of risk communication and crisis management, and turvallisuustiedotteet are often issued as part of a broader incident response lifecycle—issued when a risk is identified, updated as new information becomes available, and withdrawn or superseded when the issue is resolved.