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System Indicator

System Indicator: Symbol or group of symbols in an off-line encrypted message identifying the specific cryptosystem or key used in the encryption.

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Symbol or group of symbols in an off-line encrypted message identifying the specific cryptosystem or key used in the encryption.

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Symbol or group of symbols in an off-line encrypted message identifying the specific cryptosystem or key used in the encryption. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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