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Supervisory control and data acquisition

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A generic name for a computerized system that is capable of gathering and processing data and applying operational controls over long distances. Typical uses include power transmission and distribution and pipeline systems. SCADA was designed for the unique communication challenges (delays, data integrity, etc.) posed by the various media that must be used, such as phone lines, microwave, and satellite. Usually shared rather than dedicated.

polysemousMWENISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 2

Senses

National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS) Cybersecurity Lexicon

A generic name for a computerized system that is capable of gathering and processing data and applying operational controls to geographically dispersed assets over long distances.

ISACA Cybersecurity Glossary

Systems used to control and monitor industrial and manufacturing processes, and utility facilities

NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 2sense 2 pending review

Networks or systems generally used for industrial controls or to manage infrastructure such as pipelines and power systems.

Classifications

Entity Type

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Sensitivity

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Information Class

Cui65%llm-generatedllm:claude-haiku-4-5
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Variants

acronym
SCADA
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Supervisory control and data acquisitions
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