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ingle-sign on (SSO) is a login method in which users have one set of credentials to access multiple applications. The main benefit of SSO is the streamlined approach. Users can access multiple services without pausing to enter new credentials.
A common example of SSO is Google’s set of applications. With one login, users can access their email inbox, calendar, documents, photos, and videos. They can organize a video call and even shop online through one central login.
There are a few main benefits of SSO. This approach can improve user experience when used externally and boost workflow when used internally. It’s also convenient when users are accessing applications on multiple devices.
SSO is more centralized, so it can also make it easier for IT departments to monitor user activity. This centralization may also cut down on the number of weak passwords in the network. Hackers will have fewer potential entry points, and the IT team can stop attacks more quickly.
When implementing SSO in your cybersecurity framework, it’s important to keep some potential pitfalls in mind. Widespread access through one entry point is one of the main risks of this approach. If a hacker gains entry into an SSO system, they’ll have access to all of the applications tied to that login. Similarly, if the system is compromised, users won’t be able to access any of the associated applications. With less accounts to remember and also maintain, it is often a good idea for an organization using SSO to strengthen the authentication controls by increasing the number of characters required for the password, increasing complexity requirements, account lockout policies and password reuse.
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