reauthentication
Prove identity again
Reauthentication is the process of verifying a user's identity again after initial login.
Systems require reauthentication for security-sensitive actions like changing passwords or accessing financial data, or after a period of inactivity: The banking app prompted reauthentication before allowing the transfer.
The practice balances security against user convenience.
Authentication act or screen
- sessionScheduled time for activity
- timeoutBrief suspension of play
- expirationEnd of validity
- renewalMaking current again
handshake · revalidation · reconnection · reverification · reauthorization · idle timeout
Authentication string
- biometricsBody-based identity verification
- two-factorAuthentication using paired credentials
- multi-factorInvolving multiple elements
- PINAuthentication number sequence
fingerprint · retina scan · voice recognition · facial recognition · smartcard · token · keyfob · RFID
EU data protection law
- HIPAAMedical privacy statute
- audit trailChronological record of transactions
- data protectionSecuring sensitive information
- security standardsRequired protective measures
Covert communication interception scheme
- unauthorized accessEntry without permission
- identity theftStealing personal data criminally
- account takeoverUnauthorized access to another's profile
- credential stuffingAutomated stolen login testing
phishing protection · suspicious activity · fraud prevention · security policy · risk-based · zero trust
login
Authentication act or screen
- sessionScheduled time for activity
- timeoutBrief suspension of play
- expirationEnd of validity
renewal · handshake · revalidation · reconnection · reverification · reauthorization · idle timeout
password
Authentication string
- biometricsBody-based identity verification
- two-factorAuthentication using paired credentials
- multi-factorInvolving multiple elements
PIN · fingerprint · retina scan · voice recognition · facial recognition · smartcard · token · keyfob · RFID · NFC
GDPR
EU data protection law
- HIPAAMedical privacy statute
- audit trailChronological record of transactions
- data protectionSecuring sensitive information
man-in-the-middle
Covert communication interception scheme
- unauthorized accessEntry without permission
- identity theftStealing personal data criminally
- account takeoverUnauthorized access to another's profile
credential stuffing · phishing protection · suspicious activity · fraud prevention · security policy · risk-based · zero trust
inactivity
Lack of movement
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