mod_auth_openidc
An OpenID Connect and FAPI 2 Relying Party module for Apache HTTPd, enabling standards-based authentication and authorization.
What is mod_auth_openidc?
mod_auth_openidc is an Apache HTTPd module that implements the OpenID Connect and FAPI 2 Relying Party specifications. It enables Apache web servers to authenticate users via external OpenID Connect Providers, providing a standards-based single sign-on solution. It solves the problem of integrating modern identity protocols into Apache-protected applications and services.
System administrators and DevOps engineers who manage Apache HTTPd servers and need to add secure, standards-based authentication to web applications or APIs. It is also relevant for organizations migrating legacy applications to OpenID Connect.
Developers choose mod_auth_openidc because it is OpenID Certified™, supports the latest security standards like FAPI 2.0, and allows adding authentication to existing applications without code changes via Apache's reverse proxy capabilities. Its extensive provider support and clustering features make it production-ready.
Overview
OpenID Certified™ OpenID Connect and FAPI 2 Relying Party module for Apache HTTPd
Use Cases
Best For
- Adding OpenID Connect authentication to legacy applications without modifying their code
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