Word of the Day – November 13, 2026
authentication protocol
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| Noun | A well specified message exchange process that verifies possession of a token to remotely authenticate a claimant. Some authentication protocols also generate cryptographic keys that are used to protect an entire session, so that the data transferred in the session is cryptographically protected. (used 21 times in citations and controls) |
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| Noun | A well-specified message exchange process between a claimant and a verifier that enables the verifier to confirm the claimant’s identity. (used 2 times in citations and controls) |
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| Noun | A defined sequence of messages between a Claimant and a Verifier that demonstrates that the Claimant has possession and control of a valid token to establish his/her identity, and optionally, demonstrates to the Claimant that he or she is communicating with the intended Verifier. (used 1 times in citations and controls) |
Other Forms
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| Plural | authentication protocols |
| Plural Possessive | authentication protocols' |
| Possessive | authentication protocol's |
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