Rest API - Authentication and Authorization
Which HTTP header is commonly used to send client credentials securely in the client credentials flow?
Which HTTP header is commonly used to send client credentials securely in the client credentials flow?
easy📝 Syntax Q3 of Q15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify secure way to send client credentials
Client credentials are usually sent in the Authorization header encoded in base64.Step 2: Match header format
The format is 'Authorization: Basic base64(client_id:client_secret)'.Final Answer:
Authorization header with Basic base64 encoding is used -> Option AQuick Check:
Authorization header = Basic base64(client_id:secret) [OK]
Quick Trick: Use Authorization header with Basic base64 encoding for client credentials [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Sending credentials in URL query
- Using Content-Type header for credentials
- Omitting Authorization header
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