2.1. Customer access to ExtraNet

Diagram

Customers are able to access ExtraNet via the internet following authentication and authorisation. All services are accessed via a browser and that browser’s standard encryption. For the file transfer service, automated access is also possible, following the implementation of the necessary software.
Customer access to ExtraNet via the internet and authentication/authorisation

General information

The Deutsche Bundesbank’s ExtraNet is accessed via the internet.

Access via browser

Conventional web browsers can be used to access ExtraNet (see “Customer’s PC – system requirements”). TLS and HTTPS encryption is used. No additional software or hardware is required.

Automated access (batch access)

Automated access (batch access) is also encrypted using TLS and HTTPS. Special software is required (see Implementing automated access to file transfer).

Authentication/authorisation

Regardless of the method of access, users must be authenticated/authorised before they can access ExtraNet.

This is done by entering:

  • a user ID, and;
  • a password.