A fix is available
APAR status
Closed as new function.
Error description
Although the OIDC RP state consists of at least 20 digits, is randomized, and is not predictable, some admins would prefer a different format.
Local fix
Problem summary
**************************************************************** * USERS AFFECTED: All users of IBM WebSphere Application * * Server * * and OpenID Connect * **************************************************************** * PROBLEM DESCRIPTION: Although the OIDC state parameter is * * randomized and not predictable, some * * admins would like it to be different. * **************************************************************** * RECOMMENDATION: Install a fix pack or interim fix that * * contains * * this APAR. * **************************************************************** Although the OIDC state parameter is long, randomized and not predictable, some admins would like it to be different.
Problem conclusion
The OIDC TAI is updated so that the state parameter that is sent to the OpenID provider (OP) during the initial login is increase to 50 or more alphanumeric characters. The value may include special characters. The fix for this APAR is targeted for inclusion in fix pack 8.5.5.20 and 9.0.5.8. For more information, see 'Recommended Updates for WebSphere Application Server': https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/715553
Temporary fix
Comments
APAR Information
APAR number
PH34840
Reported component name
WEBSPHERE APP S
Reported component ID
5724J0800
Reported release
850
Status
CLOSED PER
PE
NoPE
HIPER
NoHIPER
Special Attention
NoSpecatt / Xsystem
Submitted date
2021-02-25
Closed date
2021-04-07
Last modified date
2021-04-07
APAR is sysrouted FROM one or more of the following:
APAR is sysrouted TO one or more of the following:
Fix information
Fixed component name
WEBSPHERE APP S
Fixed component ID
5724J0800
Applicable component levels
R850 PSY
UP
R900 PSY
UP
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Document Information
Modified date:
07 December 2021