15.2. WebSphere security model

The WebSphere security model incorporates all the components of application security discussed in 15.1, “Application security” on page 651. Our overview discussion of WebSphere security in this redbook will concentrate on the authentication and authorization components. For additional information on these and the other components of the WebSphere Security Model, see the white paper titled IBM WebSphere Standard and Advanced Edition, V3.5 Security Overview available on the WebSphere public Web site:

http://www-4.ibm.com/software/webservers/appserv/whitepapers.html.

15.2.1. WebSphere security architecture

Let us start with the basics. The goal of WebSphere security to is make sure that only desired users have access ...

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