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TACACS+ Authentication for Routers, Switches & Network Devices

miniOrange TACACS+ gives you centralized Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) for every network device — routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs. Add MFA in minutes, no proxy required.

  Secure all your Network Devices with a Centralized System

  Enable AAA Services to fortify your enterprise network

  Enable MFA without installing any external proxy

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TACACS+ Authentication or Routers, Switches & Network Devices

What is TACACS/TACACS+ Authentication?

TACACS, which stands for Terminal Access Controller Access-Control System, is a network protocol that was developed by Cisco. TACACS+ is an improved version of the original TACACS protocol, which is now popularly used in the industry for Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) in network security.

TACACS/TACACS+ Authentication controls user access to devices like routers, NAS, and switches, separating authentication and allowing fine-grained access control. With encryption and support for command authorization, it significantly improves the security of enterprise networks.



Operations Supported by TACACS/TACACS+ Authentication

Authentication
Authorization
Accounting

Authentication

Authentication is the action of determining who a user (or entity) is. Traditional authentication utilizes a username and a fixed password. However, fixed passwords have limitations. Many modern authentication mechanisms utilize "one-time" passwords or challenge-response queries. TACACS+ is designed to support all of these and be powerful enough to handle any future mechanisms.

Authorization

Authorization is the action of determining what a user is allowed to do. TACACS+ authorization might provide yes or no answers regarding access to the required resource. It may also customize the service for a particular user based on the user’s requirements. The TACACS+ server might respond to these requests by allowing the service or placing a time restriction on the login shell.

Accounting

Accounting is typically the third action after authentication and authorization. It is the action of recording what a user is doing, and/or has done. TACACS+ Accounting can serve two purposes. It may be used as an auditing tool for security services. Otherwise, It may also be used to account for services used, such as in a billing environment.

What miniOrange TACACS+ Gives You


Secure Authentication

Secure authentication for all environments, protecting identity & data wherever users go. Protect your network devices with 15+ MFA methods like push notifications, Passkeys, hardware tokens, and authenticator apps. No VPN required.

Seamless Experience

Admins get centralized visibility and policy control. The solution is simple for end users to verify their identity when accessing network devices.

Easy Authorization Access

Assign command-level permissions per user group or role. Works with your existing Active Directory groups — no migration needed.

AD Integration

Connect your existing LDAP or Active Directory in minutes. Users authenticate with the credentials they already have.

TACACS+ Authorization Event API

Pull privilege grant and deny records directly into your dashboards, SOAR tools, or compliance reporting workflows. The new TACACS+ authorization event API lets you query who was allowed — and who was blocked, without digging through raw logs.

What miniOrange TACACS+ Gives You

Implementing TACACS/TACACS+ Authentication for Cisco, Juniper, Nokia & Other Network Devices

Whether you have Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, SIEM Network Devices, or other leading network devices, the miniOrange TACACS/TACACS+ solution offers cross-platform compatibility, ensuring consistent authentication across your entire network infrastructure.

Unlock the Power of Cisco Access Control System (ACS) and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)

Cisco Access Control System (ACS) is renowned for providing policy-based security services, offering standards-compliant Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) for your network. With ACS, you can control user access and maintain stringent security policies.

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) functions as a comprehensive security policy management platform, serving as a policy decision point that allows enterprises to enforce compliance, bolster infrastructure security, and optimize service operations.

Tacacs - Security Compliance
Tacacs External IDP

How miniOrange Makes a Difference:

 As an External RADIUS Identity Store for ACS/ISE, miniOrange streamlines your authentication process, enabling secure access to network resources across a wide range of network devices.

 Connect your ACS/ISE to external identity stores such as LDAP, Microsoft AD, and RADIUS Identity Stores effortlessly. miniOrange ensures a seamless integration process, saving you time and effort.

 Embrace flexibility with over 15 authentication methods, including OTP over SMS, Email, Push Notifications, and more. Our solution offers versatile options to cater to your unique user needs.

 Leverage the robust capabilities of TACACS/TACACS+ authentication to fortify your network against unauthorized access and cyber threats.

Works With Your Network Infrastructure

Our TACACS+ Authentication solution supports Network Devices from Multiple Vendors:


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miniOrange TACACS+ Authentication Deployment Options

Choose the deployment model that aligns with your regulatory compliance, IT strategy, and user base.

Cloud (IDaaS)

Cloud (IDaaS)

miniOrange-hosted. Zero infrastructure to manage. Up in hours.

On-Premise

On-Premise

Deploy in your own environment. Supports air-gapped networks.

Hybrid

Hybrid

Mix Cloud and On-Premise. Sync identities across both environments.

Add MFA Layer on TACACS+ Authentication

Take your network security to the next level and add Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on top of your TACACS+ authentication mechanism to make your enterprise network invincible!


How This Works:

  • When you implement MFA on top of TACACS+ authentication, the user will first provide their login credentials as usual.
  • Then, a second factor of authentication will be required, such as an OTP (One Time Password) over SMS & Emails, biometrics like fingerprint scan, etc.
  • This adds an extra layer of security to the authentication process, making it much more difficult for unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive information.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How is TACACS+ different from RADIUS?

What devices support TACACS+?

Why should I use TACACS+ in my network?

What deployment options does miniOrange TACACS+ support?

How does TACACS+ improve compliance and auditing?

Can I export TACACS+ authorization logs to my SIEM?

Can I query TACACS+ authorization events via API?

Does miniOrange TACACS+ support command authorization?

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