UCS is the established all-in-one solution for open source Identity & Access Management (IAM) in virtual machines and on hardware. It remains the easiest way to operate Univention Nubus in classic VM and on-premises environments, as an alternative to Kubernetes
Univention Corporate Server (UCS)
UCS - The Proven Operating Environment for Nubus
Operating Models
Operate Nubus in Your Infrastructure
Nubus can be operated flexibly in different IT environments. UCS is the proven operating environment for classic virtualization and on-premises infrastructures, while Kubernetes enables cloud-native operation.
Nubus with UCS
UCS enables the operation of Nubus in virtual machines and on hardware in existing data center environments.
- Operation as a VM or on physical hardware
- Integrated portal and Integration Catalogue
- Pre-configured IAM based on Nubus
- Easy provisioning for classic infrastructures
Nubus on Kubernetes
Kubernetes enables the container-based operation of Nubus in modern, scalable data center infrastructures.
- Container-based operation on Kubernetes
- Flexible scaling and modular services
- Integration into modern DevOps environments
- Suitable for hybrid and cloud-native architectures
Features
Central IAM Functions for Modern IT Architectures
Nubus combines central IAM functions, open standards, and pre-configured integrations in one platform: flexibly operable with UCS or on Kubernetes.
Deployment Options
Flexible deployment of Nubus as a virtual machine or on hardware with UCS, as well as container-based on Kubernetes for classic and cloud-native environments.
Integrations
Integrates Seamlessly into Your System Landscape.
Nubus connects applications, directory services, and existing systems via open standards and pre-configured integrations: secure, flexible, and without additional complexity.
Open Standards & Protocols
OIDC
SAML 2.0
LDAP
REST API
SCIM
Kerberos
Selection of Pre-configured Applications
Complete app overview in the Integration Catalog
For Existing Customers
With Nubus, Your Existing UCS Environment Remains Fully Usable.
You can continue to use UCS and thereby also operate the functions of Univention Nubus.
Operation, support, and maintenance remain unchanged. For existing installations, there are no technical changes during ongoing operation.
Subscriptions
IAM subscriptions will in the future be managed under the Nubus product, while the choice between operation with UCS or on Kubernetes is fully retained.
Contract Transition
Existing contracts will be gradually transitioned to the product name “Nubus,” without changes to the technical or contractual scope of services.
Next Steps
Find the Right Entry Point
Depending on your starting situation, you will find the right path here – whether you are evaluating Nubus, comparing the deployment options, or already using UCS.
