Attestation-Based Client Authentication

A client instance authenticates with an attestation from its backend plus a proof of possession, for apps that cannot keep a secret.

Where it stands
WG last call or write-up
Official text
draft-ietf-oauth-attestation-based-client-auth-12
2026-10-18
Documented support
0
Activity
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A client instance authenticates with an attestation from its backend plus a proof of possession, for apps that cannot keep a secret.

How it relates to other specs

Relations diagram
flowchart LR
  s_attestation_client_auth["Attestation-Based Client Authentication"]
  s_oauth2["OAuth 2.0"]
  s_spiffe_client_auth["OAuth SPIFFE Client Authentication"]
  style s_attestation_client_auth stroke-width:3px
  s_attestation_client_auth -->|Extends| s_oauth2
  s_spiffe_client_auth -->|Profiles| s_attestation_client_auth

Documented support

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Activity

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