General
comsec
What does comsec mean?
'Communications Security' — measures that protect communications from interception and exploitation, including encryption, secure equipment, and key material handling.
""COMSEC's compromised — switch to the alternate frequency and re-key.""
Origin
US military portmanteau of 'communications' and 'security'.
Frequently asked questions
What does COMSEC mean?
COMSEC stands for 'Communications Security' — measures that protect communications from interception and exploitation, including encryption, secure equipment, and key handling.
What happens if COMSEC is compromised?
Units take corrective action such as switching frequencies and re-keying, as in 'COMSEC's compromised — switch to the alternate frequency and re-key'.
How is COMSEC different from OPSEC?
COMSEC specifically protects communications, while OPSEC protects operational information more broadly.
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