An access token is a data structure that holds security information for a process to access protected objects or processes. It contains security identifiers, user privileges, and identifies its type. The token is verified by a security reference monitor before granting access to objects or processes. In computer operating systems and other software frameworks, an […]
Software tokens are digital security tokens used for two-factor authentication, emulating hardware tokens. They offer flexibility and ease of removal, but are less secure than hardware tokens as they can be intercepted by hackers. Soft tokens require a second authentication method such as a password or username. A software token, or soft token, is a […]
