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More informationThe insecurity of OAuth 2.0 in frontends
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Abstract
Everyone agrees that Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a real threat to browser-based applications, but many underestimate the true power of XSS. In fact, various OAuth 2.0 security mechanisms for frontends, such as refresh token rotation or token isolation in workers, fail to look beyond script kiddie XSS attacks.
In this talk, we take an in-depth look at the consequences of XSS in frontend OAuth 2.0 clients. We explore real-world attacker capabilities and map them against a concrete threat model. We also explore how structural solutions like the Backend-for-Frontend pattern effectively increase the security of frontend applications. By the end of this session, you will have the necessary knowledge to assess the security of your frontends and choose the appropriate defense strategy.
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About Dr. Philippe De Ryck
Hi, I'm Philippe, and I help developers protect companies through better web security. Learn more about my security training program, advisory services, or check out my recorded conference talks.
Dr. Philippe De Ryck
Hi, I'm Philippe, and I help developers protect companies through better web security. As the founder of Pragmatic Web Security, I travel the world to teach practitioners the ins and outs of building secure software.
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