Cybersecurity definition
What is IdP?
IdP stands for Identity Provider.
By Cyber Tool Stack Editorial TeamUpdated
Definition
The system that actually authenticates a user's identity and issues the token other applications trust, underpinning single sign-on.
Where IdP fits in the security landscape
These beginner lessons use this term while explaining the surrounding security control.
Related cybersecurity terms
SSOSingle Sign-OnA login flow that lets a user authenticate once and gain access to many connected applications, instead of maintaining a separate username and password for each one.IAMIdentity and Access ManagementThe system that manages who employees are, what they're allowed to access, and how that access is granted and revoked over their time at a company.SCIMSystem for Cross-domain Identity ManagementA standard protocol for automatically creating, updating, and deactivating user accounts across connected applications as an identity system's records change.