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As of June 24, 2024, Databricks announced they are no longer supporting Databricks-managed passwords, effective July 10, 2024. This change will impact how all users authenticate to the Databricks UI and APIs. As a Databricks user, here’s what you need to know to prepare for this transition and ensure your workflows remain seamless.
Databricks-managed passwords, also known as basic authentication, will no longer be supported after July 10, 2024. This means you will be unable to use these passwords to log in to the Databricks UI or Databricks APIs.
Note, “passwords” in this context refer to logging in to your Databricks account and workspaces – not to be confused with Databricks’ in-platform Secrets Management.
Databricks strongly recommends configuring single sign-on (SSO) with unified login for all workspaces. Here’s why and how you can do it:
If SSO is not configured in your Databricks account by July 10, 2024, all users will have to use a one-time passcode (OTP) each time they log in. With OTP, a unique code is sent to the user’s registered email, which must be entered on the login page to verify their identity. This adds a layer of security, ensuring only users with access to that email account can log in.
After July 10, 2024, Databricks-managed passwords will no longer be viable for API authentication. Instead, you should migrate to OAuth authentication. OAuth offers a more secure and robust method for API access.
Failure to migrate to OAuth or personal access tokens will result in automation failures, as basic authentication will no longer be supported.
To ensure a smooth transition, you can generate a list of workspace users currently using basic authentication, using the notebook below provided by Databricks.
This resource will help you identify and generate a list of users who need to migrate to the new authentication methods: https://docs.databricks.com/en/_extras/notebooks/source/admin/password-access.html
To maintain secure access to your Databricks environments, it is crucial to move from Databricks-managed passwords to SSO and OAuth authentication. By following the recommended steps, you can ensure your workflows continue without interruption, and your organization has the enhanced security measures it needs.
For additional assistance and information, please visit the Databricks documentation or get in touch with our knowledgeable Databricks team by clicking the "Meet an Expert" button. As the 2024 Databricks Digital Native Partner of the Year, Aimpoint Digital's expert team is available to assist with strategy, engineering, AI/ML, and analytics. We are committed to helping ensure a secure and smooth transition for your organization.
Whether you need advanced AI solutions, strategic data expertise, or tailored insights, our team is here to help.