Benchmark  Definition(s): The recorded state of something at a specific point in time. Source: ITIL The root node of an Extensible Configuration Checklist Description Format (XCCDF) benchmark document; may also

Backup facility  Definition(s): A redundant system or service that is kept available for use in case of a failure of a primary facility.  Source: NIST

Backup  Definition(s): A process by which data, electronic or paper based is copied in some form so as to be available and used if the original data from which it

Artifact  Definition(s): A piece of evidence.  Source: Software Supply Chain Security Guidance EO 14028 from NISTIR 7692 A piece of evidence, such as text or a reference to a resource,

Application  Definition(s): Software program that performs a specific function directly for a user and can be executed without access to system control, monitoring, or administrative privileges.  Source: DRI A hardware/software

Acceptable Risk  Definition(s): The level of residual risk that has been determined to be a reasonable level of potential loss/disruption for a specific IT System.  Source: NIST 800-16 A level