Integrating Radius Server with Secret Server

RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) is a networking protocol that provides centralized authentication and authorization for remote users connecting to network resources. Integrating RADIUS 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) with Secret Server enhances the security of user authentication and access control within the Secret Server environment.

The integration involves configuring a RADIUS server that acts as the authentication server within the network infrastructure. The RADIUS server communicates with Secret Server to perform user authentication and authorization processes. Secret Server can be configured to use the RADIUS server as the primary authentication source, enabling RADIUS-based 2FA for user access. RADIUS 2FA adds an additional layer of security to the authentication process by requiring users to provide two forms of identification: something they know (such as a password) and something they have (such as a one-time password or physical token). By integrating RADIUS 2FA with Secret Server, users will be required to complete the 2FA process when accessing privileged accounts and secrets managed by Secret Server, providing an extra level of assurance that only authorized users can gain access.

RADIUS supports multiple authentication methods for the second factor, such as one-time passwords (OTP), time-based tokens, push notifications to mobile devices, or physical tokens. The specific authentication method chosen depends on the RADIUS server's capabilities and the preferences of the organization. Secret Server is designed to work with the chosen RADIUS 2FA method, allowing users to complete the 2FA process during login.

Secret Server's access control and policy enforcement capabilities can be combined with RADIUS 2FA to enforce security policies related to privileged account management. For example, Secret Server can validate that privileged account access is performed using credentials verified by the RADIUS server and enforce policies such as password complexity requirements, session recording, or two-factor authentication.

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