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Authentication

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Definition

The process of verifying the claimed identity of a user, device, or other entity in an information system, often as a prerequisite for granting access to resources. Authentication is a foundational security service that supports access control and accountability.

ID: C005

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Academic References

NIST SP 800-63-3 — Digital Identity Guidelines. National Institute of Standards and Technology. https://doi.org/10.6028/NIST.SP.800-63-3