Algorithm that maps a bit string of arbitrary length to a fixed-length bit string. (Source: Glossary of Election Terms, U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC))

How is Hash defined by 2018 Risk Limiting Audit Pilot Project Report?

A method of verification for a user to determine that the downloaded file or software has not been modified. (Source: 2018 Risk Limiting Audit Pilot Project Report)

Defined term

Hash

Hash: Algorithm that maps a bit string of arbitrary length to a fixed-length bit string.

Verified

🏆 High Consensus

Cybersecurity

Definition Sources Related terms

Definition

Algorithm that maps a bit string of arbitrary length to a fixed-length bit string.

Alternative Definitions

Definition 2: A method of verification for a user to determine that the downloaded file or software has not been modified.
Source: 2018 Risk Limiting Audit Pilot Project ReportType: external