Anomalieformaat

Anomalieformaat is a Dutch term used to refer to a hypothetical file format designed to store data together with explicit representations of anomalies detected within that data. The term combines anomalie (anomaly) with formaat (format) and is encountered in discussions about data integrity, anomaly detection, and digital forensics. In most usages, anomalieformaat is not a formal standard but a concept used to discuss how anomalies might be codified, labeled, and linked to the original data. It is typically proposed in theoretical or experimental contexts rather than as a deployed technology.

A conceptual anomalieformaat would include a data payload and an anomaly log or annotations with timestamped entries, an anomaly score or classification, provenance metadata, and mechanisms for validation such as checksums or digital signatures. The format might be self-describing (using JSON, XML, or a binary container) to facilitate parsing and interoperability between systems that manage anomalous data.

Potential applications include research into anomaly detection pipelines, forensic investigations, and datasets where traceability of irregular events is important. Limitations include increased storage overhead, privacy concerns, and the lack of a recognized standard, which can hinder interoperability and long-term accessibility.

See also: anomaly detection, data formats, digital forensics.