File Signature Anomaly

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Definition(s):

A mismatch between the internal file header and its external file name extension; a file name inconsistent with the content of the file (e.g., renaming a graphics file with a non-graphics extension).
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-101 Rev. 1

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File Signature Anomaly

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