May 1, 2024
Updated July 6, 2025
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Single Sign-On (SSO) is a method of authentication that allows users to access multiple applications or systems with a single set of login credentials. SSO is a convenient and secure way to manage user access, as it eliminates the need for users to remember multiple passwords and it reduces the risk of unauthorized access to applications and systems.
Why Learn Single Sign-On?
There are many reasons why someone might want to learn about Single Sign-On. Some of the benefits of learning about SSO include:
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Reading list
We've selected 25 books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Single Sign-On.
Authored by a highly influential figure in the identity space, this guide analyzes OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect, explaining not just how they work but the reasons behind their design. It offers a deep and insightful understanding of these key SSO protocols.
Is excellent for gaining a broad understanding of the key protocols underpinning modern SSO. It demystifies OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and SAML 2.0, which are frequently mentioned in the course titles provided. It's suitable for developers and architects involved with identity management solutions.
Focusing specifically on OpenID Connect, the identity layer built on top of OAuth 2, this book is crucial for understanding modern authentication flows used in SSO. It provides example-driven guidance for securing various application types, directly relevant to the course contexts.
Focuses on the implementation of SSO using Azure Active Directory. It provides step-by-step instructions and best practices for deploying SSO in a Microsoft environment.
Offers a practical, step-by-step guide to planning, designing, and deploying IAM solutions. It breaks down complex concepts into manageable components and provides a proven method used in numerous successful deployments. This valuable reference for understanding the broader context of SSO within IAM.
Provides an in-depth look at the OAuth 2 protocol, which is fundamental to many SSO implementations, particularly in web and API security. It includes hands-on exercises for building clients, authorization servers, and protected resources, making it highly practical for those seeking to deepen their understanding.
Focuses on Keycloak, a popular open-source identity and access management solution that supports SSO via OpenID Connect and OAuth 2.0. It's a practical guide for implementing SSO in modern applications using a specific, widely-used tool.
Delves into modern approaches to access management, including the concept of Zero Trust, which is highly relevant to contemporary discussions around identity and access. It offers insights into the future direction of secure access, impacting how SSO is viewed and implemented.
Given the prevalence of APIs in modern architectures, understanding how SSO protocols like OAuth 2 are used to protect them is essential. covers the use of OAuth 2, JWT, and related security best practices, providing a contemporary perspective on SSO in API security.
Covers the implementation of SSO using LDAP as the centralized authentication service. It provides a deep dive into the technical details and security considerations.
Offers an in-depth view of the OAuth 2.0 protocol from a client perspective, focusing on practicality and security. It's useful for developers integrating with OAuth 2.0 service providers, a common scenario in SSO.
Offers a holistic approach to IAM, focusing on fundamental principles, processes, and technologies. It provides valuable context and practical guidance for implementing IAM solutions, which include SSO.
Explores the use of SSO in e-commerce applications. It provides insights into the challenges and best practices for implementing SSO in online retail environments.
Offers a deep dive into digital identity protection, covering areas like identity federation tools, which are directly relevant to SSO. It provides a broad perspective on managing digital identities in today's technological landscape.
A concise guide to building an OAuth 2.0 server, this book offers high-level overviews and practical examples. It's a good starting point for understanding the core concepts of OAuth 2.0, which is integral to many SSO solutions.
Good starting point for developers who need to program clients that interact with OAuth 2.0 protected APIs. It helps in understanding the client-side aspects of SSO implementations using OAuth 2.0.
Provides a fresh perspective on IAM systems through the lens of Systems Engineering principles. While not solely focused on SSO, it demystifies the complexities of authentication and authorization within a broader system context, valuable for a deeper understanding.
Focuses on identity and data security specifically for web development, covering best practices that are important when implementing or integrating with SSO solutions in web applications.
Provides a clear and practical description of authentication and authorization for websites, including discussions on OpenID and OAuth. It's a good resource for understanding the foundational concepts relevant to SSO in web applications.
Covers access control and identity management as part of information systems security. It provides foundational knowledge relevant to understanding how SSO fits into a broader security framework. It is often used as a textbook in academic settings.
This primer provides strategies and focuses on key issues in identity management, including single sign-ons. It's a good resource for gaining a foundational understanding of the concepts behind SSO.
Collection of the core RFCs related to OAuth 2.0, providing the foundational specifications. It is essential for anyone needing a deep, technical understanding of the protocol, valuable for advanced study and reference.
This resource tailored for IT managers explores cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and cybercrime prevention with a focus on identity access management. It provides a broad understanding of the security landscape where SSO operates.
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