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Cybersecurity & Cryptography
Q21 / 100
What is the difference between authentication and authorization?
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The correct answer is B) Authentication verifies identity (who you are); authorization determines permissions (what you are allowed to do)
B
Correct Answer
Authentication verifies identity (who you are); authorization determines permissions (what you are allowed to do)
Explanation
Authentication: "Are you who you claim to be?" (username/password, certificates, biometrics). Authorization: "Are you allowed to do this?" (RBAC, ACLs, policies). Both are required for access control.
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