Primary definition
A hardware or software application that detects and reports a suspected security breach, policy violation, or other compromise that may adversely affect the network. Synonyms: IDS
Also known asIDS · Intrusion Detection Software · Intrusion Detection Solution · Network Intrusion Detection System · NIDS
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— NIST Election GlossaryView source
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A hardware or software application that detects and reports a suspected security breach, policy violation, or other compromise that may adversely affect the network. Synonyms: IDS
NIST Election Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Intrusion Detection System. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/intrusion-detection-system
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NIST Election Glossary
NIST Election Glossary
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Electronic Voting Glossary
Electronic Voting Glossary
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