An attack against an authentication protocol where the Attacker either assumes the role of a Claimant with a genuine Verifier or actively alters the authentication channel. The goal of the attack may be to gain authenticated access or learn authentication secrets. (SP 800-63) (NISTIR)
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An attack against an authentication protocol where the Attacker either assumes the role of a Claimant with a genuine Verifier or actively alters the authentication channel. The goal of the attack may be to gain authenticated access or learn authentication secrets. (SP 800-63) (NISTIR)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Online Attack. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved September 3, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/online-attack
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