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Sensitivity label(s) of the objects to which the subject has both read and write access. Security level of a subject must always be dominated by the clearance level of the user associated with the subject. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
Also known assubject clearance level · subject access level · subject clearance · subject access · subject SL · subject security clearance
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Sensitivity label(s) of the objects to which the subject has both read and write access. Security level of a subject must always be dominated by the clearance level of the user associated with the subject. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
The Cyber Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Subject Security Level. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/subject-security-level
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