Glossary

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KBA

Short for Knowledge-based Authentication. KBA is a security measure that identifies end users by asking them to answer specific security questions. It is used in order to verify a user’s identity and provide accurate authorization for online and digital activities. 

Kernel

A computer program that is the core of a computer's operating system. It has complete control over everything in the system.