Authentication

What Is It?

The authentication service provides users the ability to authenticate against password-protected systems using a UIC NetID and UIC password. It simplifies access so UIC users do not need to keep track of multiple IDs and passwords.

Other Service Names

2FA, Single Sign-On (SSO), Active Directory (AD), Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)

Features

The centralized authentication service offers a number of advantages such as units not having to manage user accounts or maintain credential stores. 

Where Can I Get It?

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How Can I Find Out More?

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Details

Service ID: 696
Created
Fri 6/24/22 2:41 PM
Modified
Wed 11/1/23 3:20 PM
Service Owner
This person is accountable for the overall performance of this service. This is not a support contact.
Service Review Date
Date of the most recent review of this service.
06/24/2022

Service Offerings (4)

2-Factor Authentication
2-Factor Authentication is a method of confirming your identity by utilizing something you know (password) AND a second factor.
Active Directory
The UIC Active Directory (AD) is an implementation of Microsoft Active Directory. It provides integrated authentication and authorization to systems and services across the Chicago and regional campuses.
Azure Active Directory Authentication
Azure AD Auth is Microsoft’s cloud-based directory and identity management service.
Shibboleth
SAML-based authentication system.