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Outside(r) Threat

Outside(r) Threat: An unauthorized entity outside the security domain that has the potential to harm an information system through destruction, disclosure,…

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An unauthorized entity outside the security domain that has the potential to harm an information system through destruction, disclosure, modification of data, and/or denial of service.

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Definition 2

A person or group of persons external to an organization who are not authorized to access its assets and pose a potential risk to the organization and its assets. (Adapted from: CNSSI 4009) (NICCS)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

Sources

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