Systematic examination of an information system or product to determine the adequacy of security measures, identify security deficiencies, provide data from which to predict the effectiveness of proposed security measures, and confirm the adequacy of such measures after implementation.
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Systematic examination of an information system or product to determine the adequacy of security measures, identify security deficiencies, provide data from which to predict the effectiveness of proposed security measures, and confirm the adequacy of such measures after implementation.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Vulnerability Assessment. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/vulnerability-assessment
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