MAC (Message Authentication Code)
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MAC (Message Authentication Code) is a function that prevents unauthorized communication from other than the ECU with MAC function by secure authentication communication. Multi-around monitor control unit can write a MAC key required for communication between the ECUs and perform MAC diagnosis.