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Identity-based Access Control

Identity-based Access Control: Access control based on the identity of the user (typically relayed as a characteristic of the process acting on behalf of that…

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Access control based on the identity of the user (typically relayed as a characteristic of the process acting on behalf of that user) where access authorizations to specific objects are assigned based on user identity.

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Access control based on the identity of the user (typically relayed as a characteristic of the process acting on behalf of that user) where access authorizations to specific objects are assigned based on user identity. (SP 800-53; CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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