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What Are Identification and Authentication Failures?

Identification and Authentication Failures are a category of vulnerabilities where authentication fails in a way that compromises security.

Why Are Identification and Authentication Failures Dangerous?

Identification and Authentication Failures are dangerous because they can allow an attacker to impersonate someone else, thus taking advantage of the privileges granted a person.

Why Do Identification and Authentication Failures Happen?

Identification and Authentication Failures can occur in various ways, but the two most significant ways are password issues and session and token issues.

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