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security event

nouncandidate·updated May 12, 2026

An event that potentially compromises the confidentiality, integrity, availability, or accountability of an information system.

Framework senses

NERC CIP-007-6 (System Security Management) v61 senseview framework →
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The unauthorized access to a facility or to information. A breach of established security systems.
Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) IT Examination Handbook Infobase, Glossary1 senseview framework →
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An event that potentially compromises the confidentiality, integrity, availability, or accountability of an information system.