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Glossary › Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
What is Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) ?
LDAP enables centralized authentication, directory queries, and identity management. Vendors using LDAP must secure directory services to prevent unauthorized access to credentials and sensitive identity data. In TPRM, LDAP configurations influence access governance evaluations.
FAQs
Is LDAP only for authentication?
No, it manages directory information broadly.
Is LDAP secure?
It must be encrypted to avoid credential exposure.
Why does LDAP matter in assessments?
It impacts identity and access management controls.
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