Implementing Cisco Collaboration Applications (CLICA) — Question 158

Which entity within the SAML Circle of Trust is responsible for providing the assertion to the client?

Answer options

• A. identity provider
• B. service provider
• C. Cisco UCM
• D. LDAP

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The identity provider is responsible for authenticating users and providing assertions to clients. The service provider relies on the assertions from the identity provider to grant access. Cisco UCM and LDAP do not directly handle assertion delivery in the SAML Circle of Trust.