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authorized user

Definition(s):

  Any appropriately cleared individual with a requirement to access an information system (IS) for performing or assisting in a lawful government purpose.
Source(s):
CNSSI 4009-2015 from DoDD 8570.01 - Adapted

  Any appropriately provisioned individual with a requirement to access an information system.
Source(s):
NIST SP 1800-27B under Authorized User from CNSSI 4009-2015