The Importance of Establishing Levels of Assurance

Thursday, February 08, 2007 | 9:30AM–11:00AM | Palm A/D
Session Type: Professional Development
Levels of assurance (LoA) describes the degree of certainty that the user has presented an identifier (a credential in this context) that refers to the user presenting it. This session will further explore the LoA concept by discussing key components such as identity proofing and credential issuing processes, identifying relevant risk assessment factors, and reflecting on where and why LoA is important and the impact on the institution.

Presenters

  • Andrea Beesing

    Assistant Director,Cornell Information Technologies, Cornell University
  • Kevin Morooney

    Vice President for Trust and Identity, NET+, Internet2

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