A security function (e.g., cryptographic algorithm, cryptographic key management technique, or authentication technique) that is either a) specified in an Approved Standard; b) adopted in an Approved Standard and specified either in an appendix of the Approved Standard or in a document referenced by the Approved Standard; or c) specified in the list of Approved security functions. (FIPS 140-2) (NISTIR)
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A security function (e.g., cryptographic algorithm, cryptographic key management technique, or authentication technique) that is either a) specified in an Approved Standard; b) adopted in an Approved Standard and specified either in an appendix of the Approved Standard or in a document referenced by the Approved Standard; or c) specified in the list of Approved security functions. (FIPS 140-2) (NISTIR)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Approved Security Function. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/approved-security-function
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