Starting with GlobalProtect 6.3, the embedded browser framework for SAML authentication has been upgraded to Microsoft Edge WebView2 (Windows) and WkWebview (macOS). This provides a consistent experience between the embedded browser and the GlobalProtect client. WebView2 is also compatible with FIDO2-based authentication methods. For more information, refer to Microsoft Edge WebView2 documentation.

By default, tenants using SAML authentication are configured to utilize the embedded WebView2 (Windows) or WkWebview (macOS) instead of relying on the system's default browser. With this enhancement, there's no need for end users to configure a SAML landing page, eliminating the necessity to manually close the browser. This streamlines the authentication process.