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Date Published
Author
Chaitra Ramarao, Sr. Product Manager, Couchbase Inc.
Word count
989
Language
English
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Summary

In this blog, the focus is on the implementation of LDAP group capabilities in Couchbase Server 6.5, which enables the integration of existing organizational structures for managing group-based privileges through RBAC roles. LDAP, or Lightweight Directory Access Protocol, organizes users and groups hierarchically, allowing simplified management outside Couchbase. With the new feature, external LDAP groups can be mapped to Couchbase groups, thereby streamlining the assignment of roles and privileges. The blog provides a practical example using an online LDAP test server, illustrating how different LDAP groups like scientists, mathematicians, and chemists can be mapped to corresponding Couchbase groups such as Executives, Managers, and Employees, each with specific privileges. This integration facilitates easier and more efficient user management in Couchbase by leveraging existing LDAP directories.