Term:Computer Security

CNSSI 4009

Computer Security - Measures and controls that ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of IS assets including hardware, software, firmware, and information being processed, stored, and communicated.

DSS Glossary

Computer Security - Measures and controls that ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems assets including hardware, software, firmware, and information being processed, stored, and communicated.

GAO-09-232G

Computer Security - Computer security, as defined by Appendix III to OMB Circular A-130, involves the use of management, personnel, operational, and technical controls to ensure that systems and applications operate effectively and provide confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

NIST SP 800-16

Computer Security - synonymous with Information Technology Security.