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Computer Science, IAM

Term

Revocation

Synonyms

  • Deprovisioning

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Definitions

The temporary or permanent invalidation (e.g. through removal, cancellation or deactivation) of identities, principals, credentials and/or authorizations.

QuestionExample: should account lockout policies be considered as revocations? Strictly speaking, yes.

an account lockout policy that temporarily deactivate an account is a temporary revocation.

Related Terms

  • Deactivation

  • Deprovisioning

Quotes

Revocation: The process of permanently ending the binding between a certificate and the identity asserted in the certificate from a specified time forward.

(World Bank Group and GPFI, 2018, p. viii)

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