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Software Patches

Software Patches: Corrections to existing programs, designed to be integrated into the programs without major release changes.

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Corrections to existing programs, designed to be integrated into the programs without major release changes. Also called fixes or bug fixes.

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Also called fixes or bug fixes. Corrections to existing programs, designed to be integrated into the pro- grams without major release changes. Patches or fixes to voting systems must be tested before being applied, and may invalidate certifications. Do not install software patches without extensive technical review for unintended consequence.

Source: The State and Local Election Cybersecurity PlaybookType: external
Definition 3

Also called fixes or bug fixes. Corrections to existing programs, designed to be integrated into the programs without major release changes. Patches or fixes to voting systems must be tested before being applied, and may invalidate certifications. Do not install software patches without extensive technical review for unintended consequence.

Source: EAC IT Glossary for Election OfficialsType: external

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Glossary of Election Terms, U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
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The State and Local Election Cybersecurity Playbook
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EAC Glossary of Terms
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EAC IT Glossary for Election Officials
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EAC Information Technology Terminology
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EAC Glossary of Election Terms
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