Flaw in design or implementation that may result in the qualities or behavior of the voting system deviating from the qualities or behavior that are anticipated, including those specified in the VVSG or in manufacturer-provided documentation.
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Flaw in design or implementation that may result in the qualities or behavior of the voting system deviating from the qualities or behavior that are anticipated, including those specified in the VVSG or in manufacturer-provided documentation.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Fault. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/fault
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