User Authentication in Azure API Manager: Support for Basic Auth, AAD, and ADFS?

Mithila Lishan 91 Reputation points
2024-11-04T10:27:42.89+00:00

Can Azure API Manager be used for authenticating users through basic authentication (username and password), Azure Active Directory (AAD), and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS)?

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  1. Navya 13,380 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-11-06T17:39:30.3466667+00:00

    Hi @Mithila Lishan

    Thank you for posting this in Microsoft Q&A.

    I understand that you are asking if Azure API Manager can be used for authenticating users through basic authentication (username and password), Azure Active Directory (AAD), and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS).

    Yes, Azure API Management can be used for authenticating users through basic authentication (username and password), Azure Active Directory (AAD), and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS).

    1. Basic authentication: This is a simple username and password authentication mechanism that is supported by most web browsers and HTTP clients.
    2. Azure Active Directory (AAD) authentication: This is a cloud-based identity and access management service that provides a single sign-on experience for users. It supports various authentication flows, including OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect, enabling secure access to APIs.
    3. Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) authentication: ADFS allows for federated identity management, enabling users to authenticate using their on-premises Active Directory credentials. This is particularly useful for organizations that have a hybrid identity setup.

    For more information: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/api-management/authentication-authorization-overview

    If my understanding of the issue is incorrect, feel free to post back.

    Hope this helps. Do let us know if you any further queries.

    Thanks,

    Navya.


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