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Encryption
Process of converting information into an unintelligible form except to holders of a specific cryptographic key. Use of encryption protects information between the encryption process and the decryptio [..]
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public network
Network established and operated by a third party telecommunications provider for specific purpose of providing data transmission services for the public. Data over public networks can be intercepted, [..]
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SQL Injection
Form of attack on database-driven web site. A malicious individual executes unauthorized SQL commands by taking advantage of insecure code on a system connected to the Internet. SQL injection attacks [..]
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SQL injection
Form of attack on database-driven web site. A malicious individual executes unauthorized SQL commands by taking advantage of insecure code on a system connected to the Internet. SQL injection attacks [..]
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Token
In the context of authentication and access control, a token is a value provided by hardware or software that works with an authentication server or VPN to perform dynamic or two-factor authentication [..]
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AAA
Acronym for “authentication, authorization, and accounting.” Protocol for authenticating a user based on their verifiable identity, authorizing a user based on their user rights, and accounting for a [..]
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Access control
Mechanisms that limit availability of information or information-processing resources only to authorized persons or applications.
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Account Data
Account data consists of cardholder data and/or sensitive authentication data. See Cardholder Data and Sensitive Authentication Data.
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Account number
See Primary Account Number (PAN).
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Acquirer
Also referred to as “merchant bank,” “acquiring bank,” or “acquiring financial institution”. Entity, typically a financial institution, that processes payment card transactions for merchants and is de [..]
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