This section explains security for any NiagaraAX station. Station security means access by a person using either Workbench or a web browser, or station access by another station. Security determines if a station connection is allowed, what can be accessed, and what operations can be performed. In the case of individual users, it also typically determines navigation options and overall appearance.

Niagara platform security is a different topic altogether. For more details, see the sections “About a platform connection” and “Update Authentication” in the Platform Guide.

A station’s security is based upon users and object categories, with each user’s permissions within any category defined with specific permission levels. All configuration is stored in the station database, using services, components, and component views.

A station’s security also depends upon the authentication used, as well as password strength.

The following sections provide more station security details: