The component of communications security that results from all measures taken to deny unauthorized persons information of value that might be derived from intercept and analysis of compromising emanations from cryptoequipment and information systems. See TEMPEST. Source: JP 6-0
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The component of communications security that results from all measures taken to deny unauthorized persons information of value that might be derived from intercept and analysis of compromising emanations from cryptoequipment and information systems. See TEMPEST. Source: JP 6-0
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Emission Security (emsec). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 23, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/emission-security-emsec
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