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Practice Statement

Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

None

Definition(s):

  A formal statement of the practices followed by the parties to an authentication process (e.g., CSP or verifier). It usually describes the parties’ policies and practices and can become legally binding.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-63-3

  A formal statement of the practices followed by the parties to an authentication process (i.e., RA, CSP, or Verifier). It usually describes the policies and practices of the parties and can become legally binding.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-63-2 [Superseded]