How is Shared Secret defined by The Cyber Glossary?

A secret used in authentication that is known to the Claimant and the Verifier. (SP 800-63) (NISTIR) (Source: The Cyber Glossary)

Defined term

Shared Secret

Shared Secret: A fact or idea that both the voter and the election administrator know, but that few or no other individuals will know.

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A fact or idea that both the voter and the election administrator know, but that few or no other individuals will know.

Definition 2: A secret used in authentication that is known to the Claimant and the Verifier. (SP 800-63) (NISTIR)
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