The idea here is that an attacker would tamper with the early results sent via insecure modem, and then no one would trust the final certified results. I’d say that was a fanciful scheme but… well, shit.

“In the current hyperpolarized atmosphere, modems in voting machines are now not only a potential target for cyberattacks, but, perhaps more importantly, information operations seeking to cast doubt on the legitimacy of U.S. elections,” said David Levine, a former election director for Ada County, Idaho.

This is apparently driven by the desires of consumers / news agencies to have faster updates on voting results.

Compromising the integrity of your democracy for the sake of better entertainment is the most Amerikan thing ever.

:freedom-and-democracy:.