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Basic Authentication over HTTP

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basic authentication over http control

Prisma Browser Desktop	Prisma Browser Extension	Prisma Browser for Mobile
Full support	No support	Full support

This feature controls whether the Prisma Browser can use Basic Authentication over HTTP websites.

Since Basic Authentication sends authentication tokens in clear text, sending them over HTTP can be visible to attackers as part of a MitM attack.

From Strata Cloud Manager, select ConfigurationPrisma Browser PolicyControlsBrowser Security
Select Basic Authentication over HTTP.
Select one of the following options:
- Allow - allow Prisma Browser to use Basic Authentication over HTTP websites.
- Block – block Prisma Browser from using Basic Authentication over HTTP websites.
Click Set.