Cybersecurity definition
What is SSO?
SSO stands for Single Sign-On.
By Cyber Tool Stack Editorial TeamUpdated
Definition
A 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.
Where SSO fits in the security landscape
These beginner lessons use this term while explaining the surrounding security control.
Related cybersecurity terms
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.IdPIdentity ProviderThe system that actually authenticates a user's identity and issues the token other applications trust, underpinning single sign-on.