Security Attribute
Security Attribute: An abstraction representing the basic properties or characteristics of an entity with respect to safeguarding information; typically…
Definition
An abstraction representing the basic properties or characteristics of an entity with respect to safeguarding information; typically associated with internal data structures (e.g., records, buffers, files) within the information system which are used to enable the implementation of access control and flow control policies; reflect special dissemination, handling, or distribution instructions; or support other aspects of the information security policy.
Alternative Definitions
- Definition 2
A security-related quality of an object. Security attributes may be represented as hierarchical levels, bits in a bit map, or numbers. Compartments, caveats, and release markings are examples of security attributes. (FIPS 188) (NISTIR)