Assessing the security status of systems using the OAuth 2.0 authorization protocol
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The article presents an analysis of the security of systems using the OAuth 2.0 protocol. It is an authorization protocol widely used in websites, including the largest in the world. It is characterized by high complexity and complicated operation. However, when used correctly, it provides significant convenience for users in sharing data with web applications from other websites. This describes specialized tests that were conducted to identify weaknesses in the basic OAuth 2.0 implementation. Based on these tests, the threats and risks associated with inaccurate implementation were identified, along with a presentation of their potential effects.
Authors: Dominik Kania, Piotr Górny
Institution: Military University of Technology in Warsaw
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409409252