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2398779 - Outlook integration credentials encryption

Symptom

MS Outlook Integration with RCM Module - how Successfactors stores in the database Username & Password? Is the password encrypted?

Environment

SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting Management

Reproducing the Issue

  1. Go to Admin Center
  2. Set up Interview Scheduling Outlook Integration
  3. Fill in the credentials required

Resolution

The password is encrypted using AES-128 cryptographic algorithm. The username is not; the username is stored in clear format.

Keywords

Outlook integration, Security, Password encryption   , KBA , LOD-SF-RCM , Recruiting Management , How To

Product

SAP SuccessFactors Recruiting all versions