The threat that an insider will use her/his authorized access, wittingly or unwittingly, to do harm to the security of the United States. This threat can include damage to the United States through espionage, terrorism, unauthorized disclosure, or through the loss or degradation of departmental resources or capabilities. Source: CNSSD No. 504 (adapted)
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The threat that an insider will use her/his authorized access, wittingly or unwittingly, to do harm to the security of the United States. This threat can include damage to the United States through espionage, terrorism, unauthorized disclosure, or through the loss or degradation of departmental resources or capabilities. Source: CNSSD No. 504 (adapted)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Insider Threat. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/insider-threat
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