RSA August 2024 Release Announcements
2 years ago

Cloud Authentication Service Updates

The following sections provide information on the new and enhanced features of the Cloud Authentication Service (CAS).
   

New APIs for Password Reset and Void Password Reset Code Now Available

The Password Reset API is now available for generating reset codes for users when signing into My Page. This API generates reset codes for specified users and allows administrators to configure the validity duration. Additionally, this API can send the generated reset codes directly to the users' default email addresses.
  

Enhancements to Microsoft Entra ID Authentication Using External Authentication Method (EAM)

In the Cloud Administration Console, administrators can now configure Microsoft Entra ID Relying Party settings and manage Authentication Options and Factor Classes through the Authentication tab. Furthermore, in the Connection Profile tab, the Relying Party Issuer URL and the Entra ID Application ID fields are now automatically populated with EAM values. For instructions on how to replace these default EAM values with Custom Control values, refer to the Microsoft Entra ID Custom Controls - Relying Party Configuration Using OIDC - RSA Ready Implementation Guide.
This integration ensures users have access to the appropriate authentication methods for accessing protected resources. For more information, refer to the Microsoft Entra ID Authentication Methods (EAM) Implementation Guide .
In response to this integration, the RSA Authentication API now includes optional parameters for specifying Authentication Context Class Reference (ACR) and Authentication Methods Reference (AMR) values. These parameters can be used to filter authentication methods available to users.
Additionally, RSA now integrates with O365 Government Community Cloud (GCC) High through EAM, providing enhanced security and seamless integration for users within specialized government cloud environments.


Access Policy 2.0 Support for OpenID Connect (OIDC) Relying Parties

In this release, administrators can configure OIDC Relying Party applications to use Access Policy 2.0 through the Cloud Administration Console. For OIDC Relying Party applications where CAS manages both primary and additional authentication, administrators can now select from the available Access Policies 2.0.
  

Updated FIDO Web Authentication and Terminology

The web authentication pages are updated to align with the latest FIDO Alliance terminology and icons.
  

Important Notice: Required Use of Tenant-Specific URLs

Administrators must use their assigned URLs. Access through URLs specifying specific regions or sites will be blocked and not redirected. If an administrator has accessed the Cloud Administration Console using a non-assigned URL, a warning has been displayed in the console for the past two years.


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Upcoming End of Primary Support (EOPS) Details

The following table provides details of the RSA products reaching the end of support within the next six months:

 

ProductVersionEOPS DateExtended Support Level 1/Level 2
Authenticator for Windows6.1.2November 2024No
6.1.1August 2024No
RSA Authentication Manager8.6August 2024August 2025/August 2026
Authentication Agent for PAM8.1.xNovember 2024No

    

Identity Router Update Schedule and Versions

Identity routers will be updated according to the following schedule. Downloading the new identity router image when you deploy new identity routers ensures that you benefit from the latest security improvements.

DateDescription

AU: 6/25/2024

EU/IN/JP: 6/27/2024

NA: 6/28/2024

GOV: 6/28/2024

CA/SG: 6/28/2024

Updated identity router software is available to all customers.
Default: Saturday 10/05/2024Default date when identity routers are scheduled to automatically update to the new version unless you modify the update schedule or update manually.
Last: Sunday
10/27/2024

If you postponed the default date, this is the last day when updates can be performed.


The new identity router software versions are:
 

Identity Router Deployment Type  

Version
On-premises                                     12.21.0.0
Amazon Cloud   RSA_Identity_Router 12.21.0.0

        

Third-Party Integrations from RSA Ready

The following integrations were recently completed or certified by RSA through the RSA Ready Technology Partner Program. For the complete catalog of Implementation Guides, see RSA Ready Integrations on the RSA Community.
  

New Integrations for the Cloud Authentication Service

  • Avaya
  • AWS Identity Center CloudWatch
  • AWS Workspaces
  • Microsoft Entra ID
  • PingDirectory as an Identity Source (Cloud & AuthMgr)
  • PingFederate (OIDC)
  • Splunk Cloud
  • Trellix
  • Yodeck
    

Updated Integrations for the Cloud Authentication Service

  •  Atlassian Confluence
  • Blogin
  • DocuSign
  • Flatter Files
  • Freshworks Freshdesk
  • HappyFox
  • Kintone
  • Microsoft M365
  • Trello
   
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