What is 'authentication assistant' in SAP EP-PIN-SEC - Portal Security?

authentication assistant - Overview

• Component: EP-PIN-SEC

• Component Name: Portal Security

• Description: A service in the portal which facilitates single sign-on for iViews that require some form of authentication between the portal user running the iView and the back-end application on which the iView is based.

authentication assistant - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Authentication assistant is a component of the SAP Enterprise Portal (EP) PIN Security. It is a tool that helps users authenticate themselves when logging into the portal. It provides an extra layer of security by requiring users to enter a PIN code or answer a security question before they can access the portal. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use the authentication assistant, users must first register with the EP-PIN-SEC Portal Security. Once registered, they will be prompted to enter their PIN code or answer a security question when logging into the portal. The authentication assistant will then verify their identity and allow them access to the portal. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to keep your PIN code and security questions secure and confidential. Make sure to choose a PIN code that is difficult to guess and change it regularly. Additionally, make sure to answer your security questions accurately and truthfully. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on the authentication assistant, please refer to the SAP Enterprise Portal (EP) PIN Security documentation. Additionally, you can contact your system administrator for further assistance.