7.5.8 <SignatureAlgorithm>

Specifies the cryptographic algorithm used to compute the digital signature.

Table 7-7 SignatureAlgorithm Attributes

Attribute Description Required?
URI Specifies the cryptographic algorithm used to compute the signature.

Note:

Be sure that you specify an algorithm that is compatible with the certificates you are using in your enterprise.

Valid values are:

  • http://www.w3.org/2000/09/xmldsig#rsa-sha1
  • http://www.w3.org/2000/09/xmldsig#dsa-sha1
Yes

Parent topic: SALT WSSP 1.0 Assertion Element Description