Rating assigned to an information system indicating the extent to which protection measures, techniques, and procedures must be applied. High, Medium, and Basic are identified levels of concern. A separate Level-of-Concern is assigned to each information system for confidentiality, integrity, and availability. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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Rating assigned to an information system indicating the extent to which protection measures, techniques, and procedures must be applied. High, Medium, and Basic are identified levels of concern. A separate Level-of-Concern is assigned to each information system for confidentiality, integrity, and availability. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Level Of Concern. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/level-of-concern
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