IAM Glossary

Clear definitions for identity governance, privileged access, and access control professionals.

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23 terms in Authentication Factors

A

Authentication Intent

B

Biometric Authentication

C

Cryptographic Authenticator

I

Inherence Factor

K

Knowledge Factor

Knowledge-Based Authentication

L

M

Memorized Secret Verifier

Mutual Authentication

P

Possession Factor

Proof of Possession

R

Reauthentication

Replay Resistance

S

Single-Factor Cryptographic Device

Single-Factor Cryptographic Software

Single-Factor OTP Device

Something You Are

Something You Have

Something You Know

V

Verifier Compromise Resistance

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