CERTIFIED-IN-CYBERSECURITY · Question #297
CERTIFIED-IN-CYBERSECURITY Question #297: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is A: Authentication. When a user provides a user ID and password, the system checks that information to confirm the user's identity, which is the authentication process (see ISC Study Guide, Module 1, under Control Overview). Authorization is the process of granting access to resources or actions bas
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What is the PRIMARY identity and access management function you use when providing a user ID and password?
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- AAuthentication
- BAuthorization
- CValidation
- DLogin
Explanation
When a user provides a user ID and password, the system checks that information to confirm the user's identity, which is the authentication process (see ISC Study Guide, Module 1, under Control Overview). Authorization is the process of granting access to resources or actions based on the authenticated user's permissions. Validation refers to the process of ensuring that the provided data is correct and meets specific requirements. Login refers to the process of gaining access to a system or application after successful authentication.
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