discovery-mechanism

Verifies and guides OAuth 2.0 and OIDC discovery endpoint configuration for authorization servers.

47|5|Updated Apr 25, 2026

Search Tags:#authorization #security #oauth #discovery #interoperability #oidc

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npx skills add https://github.com/RedHatProductSecurity/prodsec-skills --skill discovery-mechanism

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Skill: discovery-mechanism
Source: https://github.com/RedHatProductSecurity/prodsec-skills/tree/main/module/skills/discovery-mechanism
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RedHatProductSecurity/prodsec-skills --skill discovery-mechanism

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill facilitates the proper configuration and review of authorization server metadata discovery mechanisms, ensuring secure and standard-compliant implementation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Metadata Discovery: Guides the setup of OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect discovery endpoints.
Security Compliance: Ensures authorization servers publish required metadata, supporting security and interoperability.
Use Case: A developer configures a new authorization server, using this Skill to verify the availability of discovery endpoints and correct metadata format for compliance and client support.

Quick Start

Use the discovery mechanism skill to verify the OAuth and OIDC support endpoints on your authorization server.

Frequently Asked Questions about discovery-mechanism

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I configure OAuth 2.0 and OIDC discovery endpoints for an authorization server?▼

OAuth 2.0 and OIDC discovery metadata allows clients to dynamically obtain authorization server endpoints. Publishing correct metadata ensures clients can automatically configure connections, supporting interoperability and security compliance across different platforms.

Why does OAuth discovery endpoint metadata need to be standards-compliant?▼

OAuth and OIDC discovery metadata must be standards-compliant to ensure clients can securely locate authorization server endpoints. Correct metadata format prevents configuration errors and guarantees broad interoperability for client applications.

How can I verify my authorization server's OIDC discovery endpoints are configured correctly?▼

You can verify OIDC discovery endpoints by checking that your authorization server publishes the required metadata in the correct format. This validation process confirms endpoint availability and adherence to security best practices for client support.

When do I need to set up OAuth and OpenID Connect discovery mechanisms?▼

You need to set up OAuth and OpenID Connect discovery mechanisms when configuring a new authorization server. This process ensures your server publishes required metadata, enabling clients to dynamically discover endpoints for secure authentication and authorization.

What are the security best practices for OAuth 2.0 discovery metadata?▼

Security best practices for OAuth 2.0 discovery metadata involve ensuring your authorization server publishes all required endpoint information in a correct, standard-compliant format. This approach supports secure client connectivity and prevents metadata misconfiguration.