A set of procedures to restore systems and data after a disaster.
Description
In the context of Single Sign-On (SSO) protocols, disaster recovery refers to the strategies and processes implemented to ensure that authentication systems can quickly resume operations after a catastrophic event. SSO allows users to access multiple applications with one set of login credentials, which means that a failure in the SSO infrastructure can disrupt access to critical business applications. Disaster recovery plans typically include data backups, system redundancy, and failover mechanisms to minimize downtime. For example, if an organization using an SSO solution experiences a server failure due to a natural disaster, having a disaster recovery plan in place ensures that user authentication can be restored from backups and that access to applications is quickly resumed. Testing these disaster recovery procedures regularly is crucial to ensure that they work effectively when needed, thereby maintaining business continuity and protecting sensitive user data.
Examples
- A company like Google uses multiple data centers to ensure SSO services remain available even if one center fails.
- Okta, an identity management service, has built-in disaster recovery features to allow seamless access restoration after an outage.
Additional Information
- Regularly testing disaster recovery plans can help identify weaknesses and improve response times.
- Cloud-based SSO services often provide automated backup options, making disaster recovery more efficient.