Implementing Python SSO with Auth0 and OIDC

Implementing Python SSO with Auth0 and OIDC

By integrating Python applications with Auth0 and OIDC (OpenID Connect), you can provide Single Sign-On (SSO) functionality. This setup enhances security by centralizing identity management while simplifying user authentication for web applications.

Step 1: Register Your Python App in Auth0 #

To register your Python app in Auth0, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Auth0 dashboard.
2. Navigate to the “Applications” section and click “Create Application.”
3. Select “Regular Web Applications” as the platform.
4. Enter your app’s details and configure the callback URL to handle OIDC authentication responses.
5. Configure scopes and access policies based on your needs.
6. Save your changes.

Step 2: Integrate OIDC in Your Python App #

Integrate OIDC into your Python app with these steps:

• Install the authlib library for OIDC integration in Python.
• Set up the Auth0 authorization and token endpoints in your app.
• Request an ID token from Auth0, which includes user claims and is used for authentication.

Step 3: Manage Authentication and Access Tokens #

Once you receive the ID token from Auth0:

• Validate the ID token using the OIDC endpoint in Auth0.
• Securely store the ID token for authenticated API requests in your app.
• Use the token to access protected resources and manage user sessions securely.

Conclusion #

Integrating Auth0 with Python applications using OIDC allows you to provide a secure and seamless Single Sign-On (SSO) experience. It enhances security while simplifying authentication, improving overall user experience.