SAML-tracer

SAML-tracer

A tool for viewing SAML and WS-Federation messages sent through the browser during single sign-on and single logout.

What is SAML-tracer?
SAML-tracer is an efficient Firefox add-on designed specifically for monitoring and viewing SAML and WS-Federation messages passed through the browser. It activates during single sign-on and single logout which makes it a handy tool for developers and administrators dealing with these specific protocols.
Merlin
Stats
Rating: 4.20 (50)
Version: 1.7.1 (Last updated: 2021-12-22)
Creation date: 2011-06-20
Weekly download count: 609
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • <all_urls>
Size: 101.56K
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SAML-tracer
SAML-tracer (v1.7.1)
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Merlin
Summary

A tool for viewing SAML and WS-Federation messages sent through the browser during single sign-on and single logout.

User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Essential tool for understanding SAML integration issues
  • Can also track WS-FED authentication
  • Functions where other tools like BURP may interfere with the authentication flow
  • Useful for retrieving SAML Assertions
  • Handy and used frequently for work
Cons
  • Not working in private browsing windows
  • Issues with downloading and installing the add-on
  • Some users experience an error indicating the add-on is corrupted
Most mentioned
  • Useful for debugging and understanding SAML issues
  • Problems with using in private mode or installing
  • Can track other authentication protocols like WS-FED
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Safety
Risk impact

SAML-tracer is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install SAML-tracer if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

SAML-tracer has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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