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Need-to-know

Date of Publication:

8/12/2015

Definition:

A method of isolating information resources based on a user’s need to have access to that resource in order to perform their job but no more. The terms “need-to know” and “least privilege” express the same idea. Need-to-know is generally applied to people, while least privilege is generally applied to processes.

Source of Definition:

Security of Individually Identifiable Health Information in DoD Health Care Programs

Last Updated: December 13, 2022
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