OCRA: OATH Challenge-Response Algorithm
RFC 6287, “OCRA: OATH Challenge-Response Algorithm”, is an Informational document published in June 2011 by D. M'Raihi, J. Rydell, S. Bajaj, S. Machani, D. Naccache. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document describes an algorithm for challenge-response authentication developed by the Initiative for Open Authentication (OATH). The specified mechanisms leverage the HMAC-based One-Time Password (HOTP) algorithm and offer one-way and mutual authentication, and electronic signature capabilities. This document is not an Internet Standards Track specification; it is published for informational purposes.
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Published for the general information of the community. It does not define an IETF standard and carries no standards-track status.
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