cascading (Cross Domain)

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Definition(s):

The downward flow of information through a range of security levels greater than the accreditation range of a system, network, or component without passing through an isolated device that implements the enforcement of all applicable approved policy decisions for each domain transfer.
Source(s):
CNSSI 4009-2015 from DoDI 8540.01

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