Kerberos (protocol)

Kerberos is a computer network authentication protocol which allows individuals communicating over an insecure network to prove their identity to one another in a secure manner. Kerberos prevents eavesdropping or replay attacks, and ensures the integrity of the data. Its designers aimed primarily at a client-server model, and it provides mutual authentication — both the user and the service verify each other's identity.

Related Topics:
Computer network - Authentication - Protocol - Eavesdropping - Replay attacks - Integrity of the data - Client-server

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Kerberos builds on symmetric key cryptography and requires a trusted third party.

Related Topics:
Symmetric key cryptography - Trusted third party

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