Microsoft Entra ID Authentication for SQL*Plus
Microsoft Entra and SQL*Plus can work together, but only if authentication fits the modern cloud. Entra provides identity and access management across Azure, hybrid networks, and integrated apps. SQL*Plus is Oracle’s command-line tool for running queries, managing schema, and scripting database tasks.
To bridge them, you use Microsoft Entra ID for secure, centralized authentication while connecting SQL*Plus to Oracle databases. This means configuring Entra to handle user sign-ins, mapping those identities to database roles, and enforcing policies with least privilege. It strips away the risk of loose credentials by using single sign-on and conditional access.
Steps to set it up:
- Enable Entra ID in Azure for your organization.
- Configure federated authentication with your Oracle environment.
- Install Oracle Instant Client with SQL*Plus on your system.
- Update the sqlnet.ora and tnsnames.ora files to route through your Entra-protected endpoints.
- Test connections using Entra credentials to confirm secure access.
With this approach, SQL*Plus runs as normal, but every query is backed by Entra identity checks. This elevates compliance, simplifies user management, and removes local password sprawl. It works across developer machines, CI/CD pipelines, and production servers without sacrificing speed.
Microsoft Entra SQL*Plus integration is not a guess. It is measurable security. It is control over who touches your data and how.
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