The effect on organizational operations, organizational assets, individuals, other organizations, or the Nation (including the national security interests of the United States) of a loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information or an information system. Source: FIPS PUB 199 (adapted)
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The effect on organizational operations, organizational assets, individuals, other organizations, or the Nation (including the national security interests of the United States) of a loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information or an information system. Source: FIPS PUB 199 (adapted)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Impact. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/impact
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