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Migrating from Legacy to Enhanced PassTickets on z/OS
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Event Type
Technical Session
Tracks
Languages, API's and Framework
Security and Compliance
z/OS Systems Programming
Audience Levels
Intermediate
TimeMonday, August 171:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
LocationRoom 308
DescriptionPassTickets have been a foundational authentication mechanism for z/OS applications for many years. Enhanced PassTickets build on this model by providing stronger cryptography, improved flexibility, and better alignment with current security expectations. This session explains the technical differences between legacy and enhanced PassTickets and why organizations should plan to migrate.
Attendees will learn the prerequisites, security configuration changes, and application considerations involved in enabling Enhanced PassTickets. The session also highlights migration strategies, compatibility considerations, and common pitfalls to help ensure a smooth transition.
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Senior Software Engineer