An attack, via cyberspace, targeting an enterprise's use of cyberspace for the purpose of disrupting, disabling, destroying, or maliciously controlling a computing environment/infrastructure; or destroying the integrity of the data or stealing controlled information. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR) Deliberate exploitation of computer systems, digitally-dependent enterprises and networks to cause harm . ( UK 2016)
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An attack, via cyberspace, targeting an enterprise's use of cyberspace for the purpose of disrupting, disabling, destroying, or maliciously controlling a computing environment/infrastructure; or destroying the integrity of the data or stealing controlled information. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR) Deliberate exploitation of computer systems, digitally-dependent enterprises and networks to cause harm . ( UK 2016)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Cyber Attack. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/cyber-attack
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