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Air-gapped
Describing a system that is physically isolated from unsecured networks, with no direct connection to the internet or other outside networks. Air-gapping reduces exposure to remote intrusion at the cost of convenient connectivity.
Describing a system that is physically isolated from unsecured networks, with no direct connection to the internet or other outside networks. Air-gapping reduces exposure to remote intrusion at the cost of convenient connectivity.
Why it matters
For an operator, an air gap is the strongest assurance that a sensor or decision system cannot be reached or altered over a network, which matters most in contested or classified environments where connectivity is itself an attack surface.
Standards & authorities
- NIST SP 800-53 (SC-7 Boundary Protection)
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What is Air-gapped?
Describing a system that is physically isolated from unsecured networks, with no direct connection to the internet or other outside networks. Air-gapping reduces exposure to remote intrusion at the cost of convenient connectivity.
Why does Air-gapped matter for defense and counter-UAS operators?
For an operator, an air gap is the strongest assurance that a sensor or decision system cannot be reached or altered over a network, which matters most in contested or classified environments where connectivity is itself an attack surface.
What standard or authority governs Air-gapped?
Air-gapped is defined or governed by NIST SP 800-53 (SC-7 Boundary Protection).