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Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

Capability, Security

NISTIR 8011 Vol. 1

Definition(s):

  See Capability, Security.
Source(s):
NISTIR 8011 Vol. 1

  A set of mutually reinforcing security controls implemented by technical, physical, and procedural means. Such controls are typically selected to achieve a common information security-related purpose.
Source(s):
NISTIR 8011 Vol. 1 under Capability, Security

  A feature or function.
Source(s):
NISTIR 8228

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