AAA of Security Flashcards
1
Q
Authentication
A
When a person’s identity is established by proof and confirmed by the system.
2
Q
Authentication Attributes
A
Something you know - Password/Username
Something you are - Fingerprint, Retina Scan
Something you have - Token
Something you do - How you speak or sign your name
Somewhere you are - GPS Location
3
Q
Authorization
A
When a users is given access to the certain piece of data or certain areas of the building
4
Q
Accounting
A
Tracking of data, computer usage and network resources in maintained in a log file
5
Q
Non-repudiation
A
When there is proof that someone has taken an action
