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A Critical Analysis of Refresh Token Rotation in Single-page Applications
In this article, we investigate the security properties of refresh tokens in the browser. We investigate why frontend web applications need refresh token rotation and what we gain by using refresh token rotation. Next, we dive into concrete attack scenarios that bypass refresh token rotation and discuss how sensitive SPAs should use a backend-for-frontend to secure tokens.
9 April 2021 OAuth 2.0 & OpenID Connect OAuth 2.0, XSS, Single Page Applications, Refresh tokens
An in-depth look at refresh tokens in the browser
Single Page Applications can use refresh tokens in the browser. Yes, you read that right. This new development is awesome, because it makes access token renewal much more elegant. However, refresh tokens in the browser require additional security measures, such as refresh token rotation. We discuss the pros and cons of refresh token rotation, along with the potential dangers. In the end, you will find five strategies you can use to secure your tokens in your web frontends better.
30 April 2020 OAuth 2.0 & OpenID Connect OAuth 2.0, Refresh tokens, XSS
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Dr. Philippe De Ryck
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