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The use of a digital signature algorithm and a public key to verify a digital signature on data. (SP 800-57 Part 1) (NISTIR) The process of using a digital signature algorithm and a public key to verify a digital signature on data. SOURCE: SP 800-89; FIPS 186
Also known asDigital Signature Verification · Signature Validation · SigVer · Sig Verify
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The use of a digital signature algorithm and a public key to verify a digital signature on data. (SP 800-57 Part 1) (NISTIR) The process of using a digital signature algorithm and a public key to verify a digital signature on data. SOURCE: SP 800-89; FIPS 186
The Cyber Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Signature Verification. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/signature-verification
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