Cryptographic equipment, assembly, or component certified by NSA for encrypting or decrypting sensitive information when appropriately keyed. Developed using established NSA business processes and containing NSA-approved algorithms. Used to protect systems requiring protection mechanisms exceeding best commercial practices including systems used for the protection of unclassified information. (CNSSI-4009, as modified) (NISTIR)
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Cryptographic equipment, assembly, or component certified by NSA for encrypting or decrypting sensitive information when appropriately keyed. Developed using established NSA business processes and containing NSA-approved algorithms. Used to protect systems requiring protection mechanisms exceeding best commercial practices including systems used for the protection of unclassified information. (CNSSI-4009, as modified) (NISTIR)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Type 2 Product. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/type-2-product
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