Internet Authentication

Internet authentication refers to the processes and mechanisms used to verify the identity of users or devices accessing a network or service over the internet. This is crucial for ensuring that only authorized individuals or systems can access specific resources, data, or services.

Phase 1: Authentication Service Exchange

The client sends a request to the AS containing the user ID. The AS responds with a Ticket Granting Ticket (TGT). This TGT is encrypted using the user's password hash.

To connect to the KEC hotspot, users must manually configure their network profiles with specific security settings: Network Name Kongu_Wifi Security Type : WPA-Enterprise Authentication Method : Secured password (EAP-MSCHAP v2) Credential Input : Users utilize their unique as the username to log in. 4. Security and Management

  1. Receive token + client MAC + client IP.
  2. Lookup hashed token; check expiry/used.
  3. If valid, send RADIUS Access-Request to FreeRADIUS with: