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@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 
 If you're looking for help check [Stack Overflow](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/tagged/kubernetes) and the [troubleshooting guide](https://kubernetes.io/docs/tasks/debug-application-cluster/troubleshooting/).
 
-If this may be security issue, please disclose it privately via https://kubernetes.io/security/.
+If the matter is security related, please disclose it privately via https://kubernetes.io/security/.
 -->
 
 **Is this a BUG REPORT or FEATURE REQUEST?**: