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Configure Response Attribute Caching

Responses return values to a requesting Agent. The data returned to the Agent can be a fixed value, or it may change over time. When you use a SiteMinder Agent to protect a resource, Agents can cache a value for fixed data, so that the value does not need to be recalculated each time the associated policy fires.

For example, a customer's account number is a fixed value, while the customer's account balance changes after each transaction. It would be more efficient to retrieve the account number once and then cache it. However, you probably want the balance to be recalculated at a regular interval to make sure the information is current.

Note: SiteMinder does not cache RADIUS response attributes.

To configure response attribute caching

1. Open the response.

   The associated response attributes are listed in the Attribute List group box.

2. Click the edit icon to the left of the response attribute you want.

   The Modify Response Attribute pane opens.

3. Specify the cache settings in the Attribute Caching group box.
   Note: Click Help for descriptions of settings and controls, including their respective requirements and limits.
4. Click Submit.

   The cache settings are saved.