Primary definition
A feature provided by some firewalls that allows access based on a user's credentials and the results of health checks performed on the telework client device. (SP 800-41) (NISTIR)
Also known asNAC · Network Admission Control · Network Access Control System
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A feature provided by some firewalls that allows access based on a user's credentials and the results of health checks performed on the telework client device. (SP 800-41) (NISTIR)
The Cyber Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Network Access Control (nac). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/network-access-control-nac
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