Implementing Cisco Collaboration Applications (CLICA) — Question 91

What is a step in the SAML SSO process?

Answer options

• A. The IdP redirects the SAML response to the browser.
• B. The LDAP server extracts the assertion.
• C. The service provider issues an authentication challenge to the browser.
• D. The browser issues an HTTPS POST request to the IdP.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, highlights that the IdP sends the SAML response back to the user's browser, which is a crucial part of the SSO flow. Option B is incorrect because the LDAP server is not directly involved in the SAML assertion process. Option C is also wrong, as the service provider does not issue an authentication challenge until after receiving the SAML response. Option D misplaces the action, as it is the browser that receives the SAML response, not issues a request to the IdP at this step.