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Controlled Access Area

Controlled Access Area: The complete building or facility area under direct physical control within which unauthorized persons are denied unrestricted access…

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The complete building or facility area under direct physical control within which unauthorized persons are denied unrestricted access and are either escorted by authorized personnel or are under continuous physical or electronic surveillance.

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Physical area (e.g., building, room, etc.) to which only authorized personnel are granted unrestricted access. All other personnel are either escorted by authorized personnel or are under continuous surveillance. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

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