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Okta API Authentication: Transitioning from SSWS Tokens to OAuth 2.0 Scopes

Okta identity management traditionally utilizes static SSWS tokens for programmatic REST API access. While these tokens simplify authentication, they grant full administrative privileges to the tenant, which presents a security risk for automated deployment scripts and third-party integrations. The platform now supports OAuth 2.0, enabling the use of short-l

oktaauthenticationoauth-2Rey Byte0 rep · 25 Jun 2022, 11:15 UTC