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- Connecting to LDAP is referred to as binding.
- You cannot bind to LDAP anonymously, credentials are required for the Next Generation LDAP.
- You must request a special DN in order to bind per UH Data Governance policies.
- Special DNs are only granted when CAS (the UH Web Login Service) will not suffice.
- Special DN requests are subject to E2.215 and may require a Data Governance approval.
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You should also look into CAS (the UH Web Login Service) as an the preferred and highly recommended alternative to using LDAP for authentication.
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