IT Index Archive - 探花大神 /it-index Daily insights on directory services, IAM, LDAP, identity security, SSO, system management (Mac, Windows, Linux), networking, and the cloud. Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:32:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.4 What is Digest Access Authentication? /it-index/what-is-digest-access-authentication Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:32:24 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123417 Learn digest access authentication's key concepts, how it works, its main features, and practical use cases.

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]]> What is HTTP Basic Authentication? /it-index/what-is-http-basic-authentication Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:28:46 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123415 Learn what HTTP basic authentication is, how it works, and why it鈥檚 generally considered unsuitable without HTTPS encryption.

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]]> What is NTLM (NT LAN Manager)? /it-index/what-is-ntlm-nt-lan-manager Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:23:20 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123413 Learn how NTLM authentication works, its role in Windows domains, vulnerabilities, and why modern alternatives like Kerberos are recommended for security.

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]]> What is WS-Federation? /it-index/what-is-ws-federation Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:22:01 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123411 Learn what WS-Federation is, how it works, and why it鈥檚 a vital tool for SSO and identity federation. Simplify secure access across your organization.

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]]> What is the DIAMETER Protocol? /it-index/what-is-the-diameter-protocol Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:17:54 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123409 This post provides a detailed overview of the DIAMETER protocol, outlining its core concepts, mechanisms, features, and applications.

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]]> What is SPNEGO (Simple and Protected GSS-API Negotiation Mechanism)? /it-index/what-is-spnego-simple-and-protected-gss-api-negotiation-mechanism Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:15:52 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123407 Learn how SPNEGO negotiates authentication mechanisms like Kerberos & NTLM to enhance security and interoperability for IT systems.

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]]> What is GSS-API (Generic Security Services Application Program Interface)? /it-index/what-is-gss-api-generic-security-services-application-program-interface Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:14:32 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123405 Learn how GSS-API works, its main features, and where it鈥檚 used.

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]]> What Is SCRAM (Salted Challenge Response Authentication Mechanism)? /it-index/what-is-scram-salted-challenge-response-authentication-mechanism Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:12:24 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123403 Learn the basics of SCRAM, how it works, and why it鈥檚 essential for protecting today鈥檚 digital systems.

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]]> Understanding CHAP (Challenge-Handshake Authentication Protocol) /it-index/understanding-chap-challenge-handshake-authentication-protocol Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:10:43 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123401 Learn how CHAP secures networks via a three-way handshake, periodic verification, and challenge-response mechanisms. Explore use cases and modern implications.

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]]> What Is a Hash Collision? /it-index/what-is-a-hash-collision Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:09:01 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123399 Learn what hash collisions are, why they happen, and how they affect things like data integrity, hash tables, and cryptography.

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]]> What are Dictionary Attacks? /it-index/what-are-dictionary-attacks Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:06:15 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123397 Learn about dictionary attacks, their mechanics, key components, use cases, and, most importantly, how to detect and prevent them.

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]]> What Are Brute-Force Attacks? /it-index/what-are-brute-force-attacks Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:04:05 +0000 /?post_type=it-index&p=123394 Learn what brute-force attacks are, how they work, and effective ways to protect your systems from these cybersecurity threats.

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