Securing web services for version 5.x applications using signature authentication
WebSphere® Application Server provides several different methods to secure your web services. XML digital signature is one of these methods.
Before you begin
Important: There is an important distinction between
Version 5.x and Version 6 and later applications. The information
supports Version 5.x applications only that are used with WebSphere Application Server Version 6.0.x and
later. The information does not apply to Version 6 and later applications.
You
can secure your web services by using any of the following methods:
- XML digital signature
- XML encryption
- BasicAuth authentication
- Identity assertion authentication
- Signature authentication
- Pluggable token