The ability of an information system to continue to: (i) operate under adverse conditions or stress, even if in a degraded or debilitated state, while maintaining essential operational capabilities; and (ii) recover to an effective operational posture in a time frame consistent with mission needs. Source: NIST SP 800-39
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The ability of an information system to continue to: (i) operate under adverse conditions or stress, even if in a degraded or debilitated state, while maintaining essential operational capabilities; and (ii) recover to an effective operational posture in a time frame consistent with mission needs. Source: NIST SP 800-39
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Information System Resilience. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/information-system-resilience
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