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Error Detection Code

nouncandidate·updated May 9, 2026

A code computed from data and comprised of redundant bits of information designed to detect, but not correct, unintentional changes in the data.

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NISTIR 7298: Glossary of Key Information Security Terms, Revision 21 senseview framework →
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A code computed from data and comprised of redundant bits of information designed to detect, but not correct, unintentional changes in the data.
CNSSI-4009 (Glossary of Information Assurance Terms)1 senseview framework →
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A code computed from data and comprised of redundant bits of information designed to detect, but not correct, unintentional changes in the data.
FIPS PUB 140-21 senseview framework →
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A code computed from data and comprised of redundant bits of information designed to detect, but not correct, unintentional changes in the data.