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What Is Security Posture? Definition | TecnetOne Glossary

Written by Tecnet One | Oct 19, 2026, 5:52:58 PM

Security posture is an organization's overall state of protection at a given moment: how well its controls, policies, people and technology prevent, detect and respond to attacks. It is measured through asset inventories, vulnerability assessments, configuration scores and regular testing, and it helps teams prioritize investments and show progress to leadership.

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