OAUT-6. Pass JWT Token from Backend to React Frontend via Redirect.

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Description: Currently, we need to pass a JWT token from our backend to our React frontend application after successful authentication. This token is essential for subsequent authenticated API calls made by the frontend. Currently, we are utilizing a redirect mechanism to transfer the token to the frontend. However, we need to establish a reliable and secure method to achieve this.

Task List:

1. Evaluate the current redirect mechanism used for passing the JWT token to the React frontend.
2. Research and identify secure methods for passing the token from the backend to the frontend.
3. Implement the chosen method to securely transfer the JWT token during the redirect process.
4. Update the React frontend to retrieve and store the received JWT token from the redirect.
5. Verify the functionality of the JWT token transfer by performing authenticated API calls using the received token.
6. Implement proper error handling and fallback mechanisms for scenarios where the token transfer fails or encounters issues.
7. Test the solution thoroughly to ensure it works reliably and securely in different scenarios, such as different browsers and environments.
8. Document the implemented solution, including any configuration changes or considerations required on both the backend and frontend sides.
9. Collaborate with the backend and frontend teams to ensure seamless integration of the JWT token transfer mechanism.
10. Provide necessary documentation or guidance for other developers to understand and utilize the new JWT token transfer process.

Additional Considerations:

• Evaluate the security implications of the chosen token transfer method and ensure it aligns with industry best practices.
• Consider implementing token expiration and renewal mechanisms to enhance security and mitigate potential token misuse risks.
• Perform necessary testing, including security testing and vulnerability assessments, to identify and address any potential weaknesses or vulnerabilities in the token transfer process.