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physical access control

nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026

A mechanism, system, or barrier that prevents unauthorized physical access to an area or a facility.

Framework senses

NIST Cybersecurity Framework1 senseview framework →
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A mechanism, system, or barrier that prevents unauthorized physical access to an area or a facility.
NERC CIP-004-6 (Personnel & Training) v61 senseview framework →
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A mechanism, system, or barrier that prevents unauthorized physical access to an area or a facility.
NERC CIP-006-6 (Physical Security of BES Cyber Systems) v61 senseview framework →
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A mechanism, system, or barrier that prevents unauthorized physical access to an area or a facility.