Additional Notes
Why are JWT Payloads not secure by themselves?
Track: Java
Topic: Authentication
Focus: JWT Signatures
Java: JWT Signatures
Answer
They are Base64 encoded, not encrypted. Frame the concept in practical terms so you can explain it during interview discussion.
The Payload of a JWT is just Base64 encoded, which means it's easily readable and not encrypted. This means sensitive information should never be stored in the payload without additional protection. In Java, you might use JWTs to store non-sensitive user data like roles, but encrypt sensitive data or store it securely elsewhere.
The Payload of a JWT is just Base64 encoded, which means it's easily readable and not encrypted. This means sensitive information should never be stored in the payload without additional protection. In Java, you might use JWTs to store non-sensitive user data like roles, but encrypt sensitive data or store it securely elsewhere.
Topics: Authentication Java JWT Signatures