On Apr 9, 2008, at 11:04 AM, Tom Rockwell wrote:
> Hi,
>
> Is there a requirement that websites that use netid for
> authentication be ssl encrypted, or at least perform the
> authentication using ssl?
>
> Given that several MSU websites that use netid for authentication
> allow access to personal information, I'm wary of using netid over a
> plain text link. Note that the non-encrypted site is not an
> official MSU site.
I would certainly not advise splashing your MSU NetID and password
anywhere outside of MSU resources, regardless of encryption (or lack
thereof).
./mk
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Matt Kolb <[log in to unmask]>
Academic Technology Services
Michigan State University
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