Password Protected

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Definition(s):

The ability to protect the contents of a file or device from being accessed until the correct password is entered.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-101 Rev. 1

The ability to protect a file using a password access control, protecting the data contents from being viewed with the appropriate viewer unless the proper password is entered.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-72

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