All components of an information system to be authorized for operation by an authorizing official and excludes separately authorized systems, to which the information system is connected. Source: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4; NIST SP 800-53A Rev 1; NIST SP 800-37 Rev 1
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All components of an information system to be authorized for operation by an authorizing official and excludes separately authorized systems, to which the information system is connected. Source: NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4; NIST SP 800-53A Rev 1; NIST SP 800-37 Rev 1
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Authorization Boundary. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/authorization-boundary
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