What is SAML Single Sign-on?

SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) is an XML-based standard that supports communication of user data among various applications, called service providers (SPs).An identity provider (IdP) makes security assertions consumed by SPs. A single IdP can perform user authentication for many SPs. A particular SP and an IdP can establish a circle of trust by providing… Continue reading What is SAML Single Sign-on?

Inbound and Outbound Single Sign-On

Inbound Single Sign-On Inbound SSO allows users to access NetSuite using credentials from an external identity provider (IdP). In this case, NetSuite is the service provider (SP), and the authentication is managed by the external IdP. How it Works: User Attempts to Access NetSuite: The user tries to access their NetSuite account. Redirect to Identity… Continue reading Inbound and Outbound Single Sign-On

Technical Questions about SAML Is encryption required?

As stated in the NetSuite Service Provider (SP) metadata, encryption is not required. At minimum, it is required only that assertions be signed (WantAssertionsSigned=”true”). But an identity provider (IdP) can set a higher level of security using encryption. Refer to the SAML specifications to learn more about the encryption options SAML supports.

Saved Search for Users Without SAML Single Sign-on Permission

User wants to run a saved search of employees/users that has no SAML Single Sign-On Permission. Navigate to Lists > Search > Saved Searches > New Search Type: Select Employee Search Title: Enter Title Filter: Note: For every required field use the drop-down menu to select it and once adjusted click Add if needed. Select… Continue reading Saved Search for Users Without SAML Single Sign-on Permission

SSO Role Permission

After the configuration of the SSo at the NetSuite and the other application, to be able to log in through the application(Outlook or Azure AD) the NetSuite role should add the corresponding permission. The permission name is ‘SAML Single Sign-on’. When this permission is added to a user role, that role can not log in… Continue reading SSO Role Permission