Pulse VPN Juniper: Tips for a Smooth Integration

When it comes to integrating Pulse VPN Juniper with Duo, there are a few important things to keep in mind. For instance, if you're running release 8.2 or later, you may encounter some warnings when uploading the Duo custom sign-in pages template zip file. These warnings can be safely ignored and won't affect Duo authentication.

However, it's recommended that you re-customize this page from the latest sample zip file to ensure a smooth integration. Additionally, if your Juniper MAG, SA or IVE VPN doesn't support customized login pages, there is an alternate configuration method available.

This alternate configuration provides control over failmode (what to do if network connectivity with Duo is lost) and allows for integrating Duo into a single Juniper sign-in URL with multiple authentication realms. The standard SA/IVE configuration is the recommended integration method for Juniper SA/IVE VPNs.

It's also worth noting that our Secure Access SSL VPN configuration can be used to protect the Juniper MAG series, as well as Juniper Network Connect. In fact, yes, we do support the Juniper Network Connect.

For end users, the experience is straightforward: they simply type in the name of a Duo factor or passcode when prompted by the client application. And for Pulse clients, our Secure Access SSL VPN configuration works seamlessly with them as well.

The good news is that there have been no fundamental changes to the Pulse software or SSL VPN gateways since October 2014. The Junos Pulse technologies transitioned from Juniper Networks to a new independent business called Pulse Connect, but this has not affected our application.

If you're looking for a SAML solution, we recommend checking out Duo Single Sign-On for Ivanti Connect Secure. For a RADIUS solution, Duo Two-Factor Authentication with RADIUS is available for Pulse Connect and Ivanti Secure Access SSL VPN.

In summary, integrating Pulse VPN Juniper with Duo is a straightforward process that can be accomplished through either customized login pages or an alternate configuration method. With our Secure Access SSL VPN configuration, you'll have peace of mind knowing that your end users are protected by two-factor authentication, complete with inline self-service enrollment and Duo Prompt.

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