Application login requirements can range from basic user name/password authentication to formsbased authentication to digital certificates. If possible, we recommend:
Note: For more information about authentication schemes, see the Policy Server Configuration Guide.
Managing login pages centrally is the process of identifying applications that share the same login requirements. Consider the following when configuring authentication:
Use a table similar to the following to group applications by authentication requirements:
Auth Scheme Name |
Type |
Login Page Server |
Login Page URL |
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Example: Grouping applications by authentication requirements
A SiteMinder environment protects ten applications:
By identifying applications that share the same authentication requirements, three login pages replace the need for eight, as detailed by the following table:
Auth Scheme Name |
Type |
Login Page Server |
Login Page URL |
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Auth1 |
Forms |
login.acme.com |
/login.asp |
Auth2 |
Windows |
login.acme.com |
/smgetcrd.ntc |
Auth3 |
Basic |
login.acme.com |
n/a |
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