Safeguard

nounverified·updated May 9, 2026

A practice, procedure or mechanism that reduces risk

Framework senses

8 senses across 7 frameworks

ISACA Cybersecurity Glossary1 senseview framework →

NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →

§1: Protective measures prescribed to meet the security requirements (i.e., confidentiality, integrity, and availability) specified for an information system. Safeguards may include security features, management constraints, personnel security, and security of physical structures, areas, and devices. Synonymous with security controls and countermeasures.

CNSSI-4009 (Glossary of Information Assurance Terms)1 senseview framework →

§1: Protective measures prescribed to meet the security requirements (i.e., confidentiality, integrity, and availability) specified for an information system. Safeguards may include security features, management constraints, personnel security, and security of physical structures, areas, and devices. Synonymous with security controls and countermeasures.

NIST SP 800-531 senseview framework →

§1: Protective measures prescribed to meet the security requirements (i.e., confidentiality, integrity, and availability) specified for an information system. Safeguards may include security features, management constraints, personnel security, and security of physical structures, areas, and devices. Synonymous with security controls and countermeasures.

NIST SP 800-371 senseview framework →

§1: Protective measures prescribed to meet the security requirements (i.e., confidentiality, integrity, and availability) specified for an information system. Safeguards may include security features, management constraints, personnel security, and security of physical structures, areas, and devices. Synonymous with security controls and countermeasures.

FIPS PUB 2001 senseview framework →

§1: Protective measures prescribed to meet the security requirements (i.e., confidentiality, integrity, and availability) specified for an information system. Safeguards may include security features, management constraints, personnel security, and security of physical structures, areas, and devices. Synonymous with security controls and countermeasures.

Wordset Dictionary2 sensesview framework →

§1: a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
§2: a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war