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formal access approval

Definitions:

  A formalization of the security determination for authorizing access to a specific type of classified or controlled unclassified information (CUI) categories or subcategories based on specified access requirements, a determination of the individual’s security eligibility, and a determination that the individual’s official duties require the individual be provided access to the information. Note: Providing access to, or transferring, CUI is based on Lawful Government Purpose unless such access is further restricted by law, regulation, or government wide policy.
Sources:
CNSSI 4009-2015