Introduction to Enterprise User Security

Enterprise User Security, a critical component of Oracle Identity Management, lets you create and administer large numbers of Oracle database users in a secure, LDAP-compliant directory service. The following topics explain what Enterprise User Security is, and how it works:

The Challenges of User Management
Centralized User Management with Enterprise User Security
About Enterprise Users
Enterprise User Security and the Oracle Security Architecture
User Benefits Provided by Enterprise User Security
Supported Authentication Methods
How the Directory Organizes Enterprise User Security Information: DNs and DITs
About Enterprise User Security Directory Entries
Overview of Enterprise User Security Administrative Groups