Intrusion Detection

Primary definition

The process of monitoring the events occurring in a computer system or network and analyzing them for signs of possible incidents. Source: NIST SP 800-94

Also known asID · IDS · intrusion detection system · network intrusion detection · host intrusion detection · HIDS · NIDS
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The process of monitoring the events occurring in a computer system or network and analyzing them for signs of possible incidents. Source: NIST SP 800-94

Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024

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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Intrusion Detection. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/intrusion-detection

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015

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