A comprehensive review, analysis, and testing, (software and/or hardware) performed by an objective third party to confirm (i.e., verify) that the requirements are correctly defined, and to confirm (i.e., validate) that the system correctly implements the required functionality and security requirements.
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A comprehensive review, analysis, and testing, (software and/or hardware) performed by an objective third party to confirm (i.e., verify) that the requirements are correctly defined, and to confirm (i.e., validate) that the system correctly implements the required functionality and security requirements.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Independent Verification & Validation (iv&v). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/independent-verification-validation-iv-v
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