SSO

SSO is a user authentication process that streamlines access to multiple applications or services by allowing users to log in only once, providing them with subsequent access without the need to re-enter their credentials. In an SSO system, a user’s initial authentication is validated by an IdP, and this authenticated session is then shared across various applications or services within the same security domain. This eliminates the need for users to remember multiple sets of usernames and passwords for different systems, improving user convenience and reducing the risk associated with password fatigue.

IT administrators can manage user authentication from a centralized location, simplifying user provisioning and deprovisioning and enforcing security policies consistently across multiple applications. Organizations can realize cost savings associated with reduced helpdesk support for password-related issues, as users are less likely to forget or need assistance with their...