Security Level

nouncandidate·updated May 12, 2026

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A hierarchical indicator of the degree of sensitivity to a certain threat. It implies, according to the security policy being enforced, a specific level of protection.

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

§1: A hierarchical indicator of the degree of sensitivity to a certain threat. It implies, according to the security policy being enforced, a specific level of protection.

FIPS PUB 1881 senseview framework →

§1: A hierarchical indicator of the degree of sensitivity to a certain threat. It implies, according to the security policy being enforced, a specific level of protection.