Modifying Requested Authn Context

When a user accesses a protected resource in grid which triggers the need for authentication, an authentication request (AuthnRequest) is generated and sent to the Identity Provider (IdP). The AuthnRequest includes information about how the authentication may be conducted in terms of RequestedAuthnContext and Comparison. The default value for RequestedAuthnContext is "PasswordProtected Transport", and for Comparison the default is "minimum". Ensure that the identity provider supports the configured authentication method.

  1. From Grid Management Pages > Security > SAML, click Service Provider.
  2. Click Edit.
  3. Select the applicable option from Requested Authn Context Class Ref.
  4. Select the applicable option from Requested Authn Context Comparison.
  5. Click Save to confirm the changes.