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exposure

nouncandidate·updated May 12, 2026

The potential loss to an area due to the occurrence of an adverse event.

Framework senses

SANS Glossary of Security Terms1 senseview framework →
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A threat action whereby sensitive data is directly released to an unauthorized entity.
National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS) Cybersecurity Lexicon1 senseview framework →
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The condition of being unprotected, thereby allowing access to information or access to capabilities that an attacker can use to enter a system or network.
SEC IM Guidance Update: Cybersecurity Guidance, No. 2015-021 senseview framework →
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The potential loss or compromise to an area caused by an adverse event.
Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) IT Examination Handbook Infobase, Glossary1 senseview framework →
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The potential loss to an area due to the occurrence of an adverse event.