Fix Your AI-Built GitHub OAuth Integration
GitHub's OAuth Apps and GitHub Apps for user authentication and API access. AI tools confuse OAuth Apps with GitHub Apps and skip critical security steps.
Common GitHub OAuth issues we find
Problems specific to AI-generated GitHub OAuth integrations.
Confusing OAuth Apps with GitHub Apps
AI-generated code mixes authentication patterns from OAuth Apps and GitHub Apps, which have different scopes, token formats, and installation flows.
State parameter not validated in callback
Generated code doesn't verify the state parameter returned in the OAuth callback, enabling CSRF attacks that could link arbitrary GitHub accounts to users.
Client secret exposed in frontend code
AI tools include the GitHub OAuth client secret in client-side code or frontend environment variables, allowing anyone to impersonate your application.
Requesting overly broad OAuth scopes
Generated code requests scopes like 'repo' (full repository access) when only 'read:user' and 'user:email' are needed for authentication.
No token revocation on logout
AI tools implement logout by clearing the session locally but don't revoke the GitHub access token, leaving it valid and potentially exploitable.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your GitHub OAuth integration at a fixed price.
Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 checks
- SSL/TLS analysis
- Security headers
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerabilities
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- AI pattern analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
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Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
Should I use a GitHub OAuth App or a GitHub App?
GitHub Apps are recommended for new projects -- they have finer-grained permissions, higher rate limits, and installation-based access. AI tools often generate OAuth App code because examples are more prevalent online. We help you choose the right approach and implement it securely.
Why is my GitHub OAuth showing a scary permission warning?
AI-generated code frequently requests the 'repo' scope which grants full access to all public and private repositories. For simple authentication, you only need 'read:user' and 'user:email'. We audit your scopes and reduce them to the minimum required.
How do I securely exchange the GitHub OAuth code for a token?
The code-to-token exchange must happen server-side to keep your client secret hidden. AI tools sometimes do this client-side or skip state validation. We implement a secure server-side exchange with state verification and proper error handling.
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