authentication_level
Use the authentication_level stanza entry to control whether the authentication level is preserved or refreshed during a credential refresh.
Syntax
authentication_level = {preserve|refresh}
Description
Specifies whether the authentication level for the user is preserved or refreshed during a credential refresh. The authentication level can reflect the results of an authentication strength policy (step-up authentication). In most cases, it is best to preserve this level during a credential refresh.
Options
preserve- The original attribute value is preserved in the new credential.
refresh- The original attribute value is refreshed in the new credential.
Usage
This stanza entry is required.
Default value
preserve
Example
authentication_level = preserve