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Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

Multilevel Security
Multi-Level Security

Definition(s):

Concept of processing information with different classifications and categories that simultaneously permits access by users with different security clearances and denies access to users who lack authorization.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 4 under Multilevel Security CNSSI 4009

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