Two-Factor Authentication
/ˌtuːˈfaktər ɔːˌθɛntɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A security process requiring two different forms of identification before granting access to a system or data.
The bank implemented two-factor authentication to enhance account security.
Forms
- two-factor authentication
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Commentary
Two-factor authentication is a foundational security measure in legal contexts involving data protection and privacy compliance.
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