Software whose behavior changes based on reading a real-time clock. For example, a system might be programmed to read the clock to determine whether the official election is in progress and use that opportunity to switch votes, yet behave properly at all other times.
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Software whose behavior changes based on reading a real-time clock. For example, a system might be programmed to read the clock to determine whether the official election is in progress and use that opportunity to switch votes, yet behave properly at all other times.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Time Sensitive Code. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/time-sensitive-code
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