verifiable-token-based-authentication-pattern
Verifiable Token-Based Authentication Security Pattern
A subject is authenticated using a token that itself contains the necessary information to determine the principal. The system verifies the token is valid (not tampered, not expired) without needing to look up stored evidence.
Core Components
| Role | Type | Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| Subject | Entity | Provides token with action requests |
| Enforcer | Enforcement Point | Ensures token verification before processing |
| Verifier | Decision Point | Manages token validity verification |
| Cryptographer | Cryptographic Primitive | Verifies token integrity |
| Key Manager | Entity | Manages cryptographic keys |
| Registrar | Entity | Issues tokens after initial authentication |
Data Elements
- token: Self-contained credential with principal and metadata
- principal: Identity extracted from valid token
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