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How to use SASL_PLAINTEXT (Kerberos) with Burrow

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Description

Is it possible to use SASL_PLAINTEXT (Kerberos) with Burrow and if yes how to configure the jaas file path ?

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The issue names no file, test, or entry point. Start by checking Burrow's configuration documentation and its Kafka authentication handling for SASL_PLAINTEXT, Kerberos, and the JAAS file path. Done means establishing whether this setup is supported and documenting the exact configuration, or recording that it is unsupported.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go, kafka
Domain
authentication, documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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