pythongssapi / pythongssapi/python-gssapi

Implement gss_localname and friends

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Python
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Description

There are four related methods that are part of the Solaris extensions:

  • gss_localname
  • gss_userok
  • gss_pname_to_uid
  • gss_authorize_localname

(we should probably also have, optionally, GSS_C_ATTR_LOCAL_LOGIN_USER as well)

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Research direction

Start by locating the existing binding entry points for gss_localname, gss_userok, gss_pname_to_uid, and gss_authorize_localname, then review how related GSS extensions are exposed. Check the Solaris extension behavior and decide whether GSS_C_ATTR_LOCAL_LOGIN_USER belongs in scope; done means the four methods are implemented and their behavior is covered by appropriate tests.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
authentication, security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Active
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
42/100

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