Defined term
Identification
Identification: The process of discovering the true identity (i.e., origin, initial history) of a person or item from the entire collection of similar persons…
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Definition
The process of discovering the true identity (i.e., origin, initial history) of a person or item from the entire collection of similar persons or items.
Alternative Definitions
- Definition 2
The process of verifying the identity of a user, process, or device, usually as a prerequisite for granting access to resources in an IT system. (SP 800-47) (NISTIR)
Sources
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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