Microsoft Certified Security Compliance And Identity Fundamentals · Free Practice Question Easy
Question 7
What is the term for the process of verifying a user's identity using a single factor, such as a password or PIN?
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A
Single-factor authentication
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B
Biometric authentication
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C
Multi-factor authentication
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D
Identity verification
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Single-factor authentication is the process of verifying a user's identity using a single factor, such as a password, PIN, or security token. While this method is less secure than multi-factor authentication, it is still widely used and provides a basic level of protection for many resources.
"Multi-factor authentication", is incorrect because it involves the use of multiple factors to verify a user's identity, not a single factor.
"Biometric authentication", is also incorrect because it involves the use of unique physical characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to verify a user's identity, which is not a single-factor authentication.
"Identity verification", is a broad term that could encompass both single-factor and multi-factor authentication methods, but it does not specifically refer to the process of verifying a user's identity using a single factor.
Therefore, "Single-factor authentication", is the correct answer.
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