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Actual State

The observable state or behavior of an assessment object (device, software, person, credential, account, etc.) at the point in time when the collector generates security-related information. In particular, the actual state includes the states or behaviors that might indicate the presence of security defects.

Senses

Sense 1

The observable state or behavior of an assessment object (device, software, person, credential, account, etc.) at the point in time when the collector generates security-related information. In particular, the actual state includes the states or behaviors that might indicate the presence of security defects.

References
  • NIST CSRC GlossaryJan 05, 2026
    Actual State
    https://csrc.nist.gov/glossary/term/actual_state
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    Source: NIST CSRC Glossary (csrc.nist.gov).