Generating a bit-for-bit copy of the original media, including free space and slack space. (SP 800-86) (NISTIR) Disruption Definition: An event which causes unplanned interruption in operations or functions for an unacceptable length of time. (Adapted from: CNSSI 4009) (NICCS) Distributed Denial of service Definition: A denial of service technique that uses numerous systems to perform the attack simultaneously. (Adapted from: CNSSI 4009) (NICCS) Related Term(s): denial of service, botnet
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Generating a bit-for-bit copy of the original media, including free space and slack space. (SP 800-86) (NISTIR) Disruption Definition: An event which causes unplanned interruption in operations or functions for an unacceptable length of time. (Adapted from: CNSSI 4009) (NICCS) Distributed Denial of service Definition: A denial of service technique that uses numerous systems to perform the attack simultaneously. (Adapted from: CNSSI 4009) (NICCS) Related Term(s): denial of service, botnet
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Disk Imaging. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/disk-imaging
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