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security event

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An occurrence, arising from actual or attempted unauthorized access or use by internal or external parties, that impairs or could impair the availability, integrity, or confidentiality of information or systems: result in unauthorized disclosure or theft of information or other assets; or cause damage to systems.

MWETSP Section 100

Senses

NERC CIP-007-6 (System Security Management) v6

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, Glossary

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

Classifications

Entity Type

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Sensitivity

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Information Class

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Variants

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security-related event
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security events
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security event's
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security events'