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(RAdAC) A form of access control that uses an authorization policy that takes into account operational need, risk, and heuristics. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
Also known asRAdAC · Risk Adaptive Access Control · Risk-Based Access Control · RBAC
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(RAdAC) A form of access control that uses an authorization policy that takes into account operational need, risk, and heuristics. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
The Cyber Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Risk Adaptable Access Control. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/risk-adaptable-access-control
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