Primary definition
A numeric value resulting from applying a mathematical algorithm against a set of data such as a file.
Also known ashash · hash code · digest · message digest · cryptographic hash · hash output · checksum
— NICCS GlossaryView source
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NICCS
A numeric value resulting from applying a mathematical algorithm against a set of data such as a file.
NICCS Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Hash Value. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved September 3, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/hash-value
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NICCS Glossary
NICCS Glossary
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The Cyber Glossary
The Cyber Glossary
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