Access Control is the process of granting or denying specific requests for or attempts to:
- Obtain and use information and related information for processing services; and
- Entering a specific physical location or facility.
Access control is related to the security of a network, or the physical security of a facility; such as federal Buildings, military establishments, and border crossing entrances.
Related Term: Access Control Mechanism
Source: CNSSI 4009
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