Quiz Entry - updated: 2026.07.14
What is the complete user authentication flow?
The flow runs Register → Login → Use → Logout, each phase with its own security duties.
Register → Login → Use → Logout
| Phase | Actions | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Register | Validate input, hash password, store in DB | 1x per account |
| Login | Validate input, fetch hash, compare, set session | 1x per session |
| Use | Read session variable, check authorization | Nx per session |
| Logout | Destroy session | 1x per session |
Each phase has specific security requirements that must be followed.