duty
An attribute of a role that obligates an entity playing the role to perform one or more tasks, which usually are essential for the functioning of the system. [Sand] (Compare authorization, privilege. See: role, billet.)
Senses
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An attribute of a role that obligates an entity playing the role to perform one or more tasks, which usually are essential for the functioning of the system. [Sand] (Compare authorization, privilege. See: role, billet.)
References
- IETF RFC 4949 (Internet Security Glossary)Jan 06, 2026RFC 4949 — Internet Security Glossary (Version 2)https://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc/rfc4949.txtRFC 4949 is published by the IETF Trust and marked as "Distribution of this memo is unlimited". Verify IETF Trust copyright/licensing terms for reuse.Source: IETF RFC 4949 (rfc-editor.org).