SAML Message Decoder

This tool helps you debug your SAML based SSO/SLO implementations. It runs in the background, collecting SAML messages as they are sent and received by the browser.

SAML Message Decoder - Firefox Add-on to Debug SSO/SLO

"SAML Message Decoder" is a Firefox add-on designed to help you debug your SAML based SSO/SLO implementations. It operates in the background, collecting readable XML SAML messages sent and received by the browser. It effectively unravels authorization issues by displaying these messages in cleartext whenever something does not operate as expected.
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Add-on stats

Manifest V2
Daily users: 1,245
-3
Rating: 3.50
(14)
Version: 2.1.2resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Version code: 5728436
Creation date: 2017-08-07
Weekly download count: 40
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • downloads
Size: 474.19K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

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Other platforms

SAML Message Decoder (v2.1.1)
80,000 4.31 (32)
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works well for troubleshooting SAML configurations.
  • Recent updates have fixed issues with functionality in the latest Firefox version.
  • Users find it valuable for their job-related tasks.
Cons
  • Does not function in private browsing mode which is a common usage scenario for testing.
  • Failure to capture SAML messages with multiple service providers.
  • Some users reported a blank dialog box, indicating functionality issues.
  • Incompatibility with certain Firefox versions, specifically 57 and above.
Most mentioned
  • It does not work in private browsing mode.
  • It fails to capture SAML messages effectively.
  • Recent updates have improved functionality after initial issues.
User reviews
by 远离中共邪教快退出党团队, 2025-02-17
This addon is awesome for working on problematic SAML configs.
by Sam Novak, 2024-02-27
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

SAML Message Decoder requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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