NIST Special Publication 800-53 is a catalog of security and privacy controls that federal agencies and other organizations use to manage risk for information systems and organizations. Expanded Explanation 1. Technical Function and Core Characteristics NIST Special Publication 800-53 provides a structured catalog of security and privacy controls for federal information systems and organizations, excluding national security systems. It defines controls across areas such as access control,

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