smittofall
Smittofall is a term in systems theory and cybersecurity used to describe a rapid, multi-vector cascade of failures triggered by a single initiating incident within a distributed network. The concept emphasizes how dependencies and feedback loops can convert a localized fault into widespread disruption, often across different services, teams, and geographic regions.
Origin and usage: The word is a neologism; its etymology combines Latin smitto meaning "I send" with
Mechanism: A smittofall begins with an initiating event such as a faulty update, compromised credential, or
Impact and mitigation: Smittofall-oriented analysis helps assess systemic risk and plan resilience. Mitigations include strict change
Examples and scope: The term is commonly discussed in the context of cloud-based microservices, distributed databases,