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News | Oct. 5, 2015

Infographic of the Week - Protecting Your Digital Identity

Infographic Description:

Level 1: Simple password challenge-response protocols. (emails / social media)

Level 2: Secure authentication that claimant controls "token." (education / payroll)

Level 3: At least two authentication factors required. (banking / insurance / healthcare)

Level 4: Proof of possession of a key through a crypto protocol. (personal identity verification / bionics)