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Hard token

Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-001476

A physical device used to authorize access to a computer system or network as a factor in multi-factor authentication. It provides proof of possession by generating a one-time password, containing a stored digital certificate, or responding to a cryptographic challenge. This device can be a small keychain fob with a digital display showing a changing code or a USB-based key that requires a physical touch to operate.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-CMP-001476
FieldComputing and IT
SubjectHardware
Record as JSON 
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  "id": "MLC-T-CMP-001476",
  "term": "Hard token",
  "field": "Computing and IT",
  "definition": "A physical device used to authorize access to a computer system or network as a factor in multi-factor authentication. It provides proof of possession by generating a one-time password, containing a stored digital certificate, or responding to a cryptographic challenge. This device can be a small keychain fob with a digital display showing a changing code or a USB-based key that requires a physical touch to operate.",
  "subject": "Hardware",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/computing/hard-token/"
}

Record 562 of 1,553 in Computing and IT terminology (MLC-0101). Request the full dataset.