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Pseudonym

Pseudonym: A false name.

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A false name. SOURCE: SP 800-63 1. A subscriber name that has been chosen by the subscriber that is not verified as meaningful by identity proofing. 2. An assigned identity that is used to protect an individual’s true identity. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

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