Towards an Integrated Authentication System: Single Sign-On (SSO) Architecture for Higher Education Applications

Yusza Reditya Murti, Fadil Al Afgani, Teguh Rijanandi

Abstract


Post-COVID-19, universities face increasing demands to enhance digital services through applications like Academic Information Systems (SIAKAD) and Learning Management Systems (LMS). Multiple applications require users to manage numerous login credentials, causing "password fatigue," reduced efficiency, and security risks. This study designed a Single Sign-On (SSO) architecture integrating authentication across internal applications, third-party systems, and Wi-Fi networks. The solution leverages Keycloak as Identity Provider (IdP), utilizing OpenID protocol for application integration and EAP-PEAP for Wi-Fi authentication. Results demonstrate successful authentication process simplification and increased user satisfaction through reduced repeated logins. System Usability Scale (SUS) testing yielded an average score of 74.22, meeting acceptable standards for enhanced user experience. Performance testing showed the system handles up to 12,000 authentication sessions with manageable CPU and RAM fluctuations. This research successfully developed an effective SSO solution addressing higher education authentication challenges. The architecture improves operational efficiency, simplifies login processes, and strengthens security while ensuring seamless integration through standard protocols and user-friendly interfaces.

Keywords


Single Sign-On (SSO); Wi-Fi EAP-PEAP Protocol; Higher Education Authentication; System Usability Scale (SUS); OpenID

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