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Single Sign-On (SSO)

What is SSO?​

SSO stands for Single Sign-On. It is a user authentication process that allows a user to access multiple applications with one set of login credentials. SSO has a two key components:

  • Identity Provider (IdP): The service that authenticates the user. This could be an on-site service like Microsoft Entra (formerly Azure AD) or a cloud service like Okta.
  • Service Provider (SP): The service that the user wants to access. This could be an application like Corellium.

Additionally, there are a few protocols that are commonly used for SSO, including OpenID Connect, SAML, and OAuth.

How SSO works​

When a user tries to access a service provider, the service provider redirects the user to the identity provider for authentication. The identity provider authenticates the user and sends a token back to the service provider. The service provider then uses this token to log the user in.

Why use SSO?​

SSO can have a number of benefits for your organization, including:

  • Improved user experience: Users only need to remember one set of credentials.
  • Increased security: Users are less likely to use weak passwords or reuse passwords across multiple services.
  • Reduced administrative overhead: Admins can manage user access from a single location.

Further Reading​

Read on to learn how to set up SSO for Corellium.