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Disruption

Disruption: An unplanned event that causes the general system or major application to be inoperable for an unacceptable length of time (e.g., minor or…

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An unplanned event that causes the general system or major application to be inoperable for an unacceptable length of time (e.g., minor or extended power outage, extended unavailable network, or equipment or facility damage or destruction).

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Definition 2

An event which causes unplanned interruption in operations or functions for an unacceptable length of time.

Source: NICCS GlossaryType: standard
Definition 3

An unplanned event that causes the general system or major application to be inoperable for an unacceptable length of time (e.g., minor or extended power outage, extended unavailable network, or equipment or facility damage or destruction). (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

Sources

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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NICCS Glossary
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The Cyber Glossary
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