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Glossary › Kerberos Authentication
What is Kerberos Authentication?
Kerberos provides secure mutual authentication using a trusted key distribution center. It reduces credential theft risk by eliminating password transmission over the network. In TPRM, understanding whether vendors properly manage Kerberos environments supports secure identity practices.
FAQs
Why use Kerberos?
It prevents password exposure on networks.
Is Kerberos only for Windows?
No, it is widely supported across systems.
What risks exist in Kerberos environments?
Misconfigurations and weak key management.
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