Defined term
Cryptographic Alarm
Cryptographic Alarm: Circuit or device that detects failures or aberrations in the logic or operation of cryptographic equipment.
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Circuit or device that detects failures or aberrations in the logic or operation of cryptographic equipment. Crypto-alarm may inhibit transmission or may provide a visible and/or audible alarm.
Alternative Definitions
- Definition 2
Circuit or device that detects failures or aberrations in the logic or operation of crypto-equipment. Crypto-alarm may inhibit transmission or may provide a visible and/or audible alarm. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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