Re: [saml-dev] modify assertion attributes.

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Tom Scavo <>
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2006-01-09T17:06:02+00:00
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Re: [saml-dev] modify assertion attributes.
On 1/9/06, Giuseppe Sarno <> wrote:
>
> SAML provide a way to bundle attributes in a saml assertion.

Yes, in an AttributeStatement.

> I didn't see anything about this in the spec so I am assuming it's not
> possible but is there away to modify attributes (from a SP for example) ?

Attributes are asserted by an IdP, not an SP, so I'm not sure I
understand your question.

> I guess this means that Attributes in a way have to be preprovisioned at the
> IDP (via other mean).

There is an assumption that an IdP can provide attributes concerning a
subject upon request, yes.

Tom