1. Evidence or testimonials that support a claim of identity or assertion of an attribute and usually are intended to be used more than once. 2. Evidence attesting to one's right to credit or authority. Source: FIPS PUB 201-1 3. An object or data structure that authoritatively binds an identity (and optionally, additional attributes) to a token processed and controlled by a Subscriber. Source: NIST SP 800-63-2
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1. Evidence or testimonials that support a claim of identity or assertion of an attribute and usually are intended to be used more than once. 2. Evidence attesting to one's right to credit or authority. Source: FIPS PUB 201-1 3. An object or data structure that authoritatively binds an identity (and optionally, additional attributes) to a token processed and controlled by a Subscriber. Source: NIST SP 800-63-2
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Credential. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/credential
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