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  "node_id": "nist-sp-800-12r1-intro-infosec",
  "title": "An Introduction to Information Security (NIST Special Publication 800-12 Revision 1)",
  "domain": "Cybersecurity",
  "version": "1.0.0",
  "last_updated": "2026-04-10",
  "bluf": "This publication serves as a starting-point for those new to information security and for those unfamiliar with NIST information security publications and guidelines. Its intent is to provide a high-level overview of information security principles by introducing related concepts and the security control families (as defined in NIST SP 800-53) that organizations can leverage to effectively secure their systems and information. The target audience includes any person tasked with or interested in understanding how to secure systems, seeking a better understanding of information security basics, or a high-level view on the topic. The tips and techniques described may be applied to any type of information or system in any organization. Information security is defined as the protection of information and information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction in order to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The basic principles of information security are applicable to federal organizations, academia, and the private sector.",
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  "dependencies": [
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    "nist-sp-800-30-risk-assessment",
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}