The downward flow of information through a range of security levels greater than the accreditation range of a system, network, or component without passing through an isolated device that implements the enforcement of all applicable approved policy decisions for each domain transfer. Source: DoDI 8540.01
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The downward flow of information through a range of security levels greater than the accreditation range of a system, network, or component without passing through an isolated device that implements the enforcement of all applicable approved policy decisions for each domain transfer. Source: DoDI 8540.01
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Cascading (cross Domain). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 14, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/cascading-cross-domain
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