The protection of information systems against unauthorized access to or modification of information contained therein, and against the denial of service to authorized users, including those measures necessary to detect, document, and counter such threats. Also known as network security. See Cyber Defense.
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The protection of information systems against unauthorized access to or modification of information contained therein, and against the denial of service to authorized users, including those measures necessary to detect, document, and counter such threats. Also known as network security. See Cyber Defense.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Cyber Security. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/cyber-security
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