Passphrase Glossary Definition

Term Passphrase
Definition

Passphrase is a cybersecurity concept with standalone professional value.

Context & Usage

Passphrase appears in security documentation, assessments, audit findings, risk reports, architecture reviews, and operational procedures. It is retained here because professionals may encounter the term in NIST guidance, security reviews, or technical documentation and need a concise public explanation.

Categories Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Access Management, Enterprise Applications, CRM, and Contact Center Systems