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Aaron M. Reiff
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Howdy, all! Trying to configure the Webfocus 7.1x server to use secure LDAP - I've already gotten regular LDAP working. I got the certificate, loaded it into my keystore and changed the port on the LDAP configuration page. When I try to log into the MRE, the system hangs. When I switch the port back to regular LDAP (389) I have no problems. I read the security documentation up and down but found nothing specifically outlining steps for LDAP. Anyone know where I can find anything on this subject?


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Kerry
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Hi Aaron,

In order to set up the WebFOCUS reporting security with secure LDAP, go from the reporting server web console:

Workspace / Access Control / Security mode / LDAP

set ldap_secure_connection to yes.

This is available in version 7.1.3 and above.


Hope this helps. Big Grin

Cheers,

Kerry


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Aaron M. Reiff
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Kerry

This just appeared to set the server administration console security to LDAP. I'm trying to log into the MRE. Is this setting supposed to cover that as well?


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Please make sure that the certificate is in the correct path. It should be in \\jdk\jre\lib\security. Also turning on the servlet trace would help you figure out the problem.


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Kerry
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Hi Aaron,

Suggestion from our internal expert is that, for LDAP security with MRE, it is better to open a case and work from there. You may need to upgrade to 7.x. To open a case, please either call at 1-800-736-6130, or access the online system InfoResponse at http://techsupport.ibi.com. Here is a list of information to be ready when you call: http://techsupport.ibi.com/before_you_call.jsp.

Another good starting point would be the WebFOCUS Security and Administration. For the release you are currently using, the following manual may be of interest:

WebFOCUS Security and Administration 5.2.3
You will need to have an InfoResponse username/password to access the manual.

Hope this helps. Smiler

Cheers,

Kerry


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Aaron M. Reiff
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Kerry - Thanks for the info. As I stated above, we are already upgrading to 7.x and have found nothing in the Security and Administration 7.x guide. I'll try opening a case. Thanks!


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