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Event

Event: Any observable occurrence in a network or system.

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Any observable occurrence in a network or system.

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An observable occurrence in an information system or network.

Source: NICCS GlossaryType: standard
Definition 3

Any observable occurrence in a network or system. SOURCE: SP 800-61 Any observable occurrence in a system and/or network. Events sometimes provide indication that an incident is occurring. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

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