Word of the Day – December 8, 2019

physical security

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Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Noun The protection of personnel, hardware, programs, networks, and data from physical circumstances and events that could cause serious losses or damage to an enterprise, agency, or institution. This includes protection from fire, natural disasters, burglary, theft, vandalism, and terrorism. (used 115 times in citations and controls)
Organizational Function The purpose of this function is to apply physical barriers and control procedures as preventive measures and countermeasures to protect resources and sensitive information against threats. (used 1 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology

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Plural physical security
Plural Possessive physical security's
Possessive physical security's

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