Direct or relayed connections from a higher accredited domain to a series of lower accredited domains 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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Direct or relayed connections from a higher accredited domain to a series of lower accredited domains 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). Chaining. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/chaining
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