Introduction to SSO Integration with Okta and Azure
Single Sign-On (SSO) is a secure authentication method that enables users to access multiple applications using a single set of login credentials. Instead of managing separate logins for each application, users authenticate once through a centralized identity provider (IdP), streamlining access, improving user experience, and strengthening security through centralized control.
Why Use SSO?
- Users authenticate once and gain access to all authorized applications without repeated logins.
- Administrators can manage access policies, user provisioning, and de-provisioning from a single platform.
- Centralized authentication enables stronger enforcement of security policies like MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication), conditional access, and user activity monitoring.
Types
- SSO Integration with Okta as an Identity Provider.
- SSO Integration with Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) as an Identity Provider.