{"id":52152,"date":"2025-09-29T19:20:36","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T16:20:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/"},"modified":"2025-09-29T19:20:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T16:20:36","slug":"security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/","title":{"rendered":"Security Aspects of Openid Explained Clearly"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<article><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Understanding_OpenID_and_why_security_matters\" >Understanding OpenID and why security matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Core_security_primitives_in_OpenID_Connect\" >Core security primitives in OpenID Connect<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Important_validation_checks_for_tokens\" >Important validation checks for tokens<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Common_threats_and_practical_mitigations\" >Common threats and practical mitigations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Flow-specific_considerations\" >Flow-specific considerations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Client_and_server_hardening_recommended_practices\" >Client and server hardening: recommended practices<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Session_management_logout_and_revocation\" >Session management, logout, and revocation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Browser_apps_and_mobile_specifics\" >Browser apps and mobile specifics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Operational_practices_and_governance\" >Operational practices and governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#frequently_asked_questions\" >frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#1_Is_OpenID_Connect_safe_to_use_for_my_application\" >1. Is OpenID Connect safe to use for my application?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#2_What_is_PKCE_and_why_is_it_important\" >2. What is PKCE and why is it important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#3_How_should_tokens_be_stored_in_browser-based_applications\" >3. How should tokens be stored in browser-based applications?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#4_What_checks_must_I_perform_on_an_ID_token\" >4. What checks must I perform on an ID token?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly\/#5_How_can_I_limit_the_damage_if_a_token_is_leaked\" >5. How can I limit the damage if a token is leaked?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_OpenID_and_why_security_matters\"><\/span>Understanding OpenID and why security matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      OpenID Connect (often shortened to OIDC) is an identity layer built on top of OAuth 2.0 that lets applications verify <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/how-to-configure-2fa-step-by-step\/\">a<\/a> user&#8217;s identity and obtain basic profile information in a standardized way. Modern web and mobile apps rely on OIDC for single sign\u2011on, central authentication, and reduced password handling, which makes it attractive but also a high-value target. When identity tokens, access tokens, or authentication flows are mishandled, attackers can impersonate users, steal sessions, or escalate privileges. Security is not an optional add\u2011on for OpenID deployments , it must be addressed at every step of the flow, from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/what-is-tls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tls<\/a> to token storage and validation.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_security_primitives_in_OpenID_Connect\"><\/span>Core security primitives in OpenID Connect<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Several built-in primitives exist to provide strong protections when OIDC is used correctly. The authorization code flow with Proof Key for Code Exchange (PKCE) prevents authorization code interception, the state parameter defends against cross\u2011site request forgery (CSRF), and the nonce value prevents replay of ID tokens. Tokens are typically <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/what-is-json\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">json<\/a> Web Tokens (JWTs) signed by the identity provider; these carry claims such as issuer (iss), audience (aud), expiration (exp) and issued\u2011at (iat) that Relying Parties (clients) must validate. Provider discovery (the .well\u2011known configuration) and JSON Web Key Sets (JWKS) allow dynamic retrieval of signing keys so token signatures can be verified reliably.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_validation_checks_for_tokens\"><\/span>Important validation checks for tokens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      When an application receives an ID token or a JWT access token, it should at minimum:\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul><\/p>\n<li>Verify the signature using the provider&#8217;s public keys (from JWKS).<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Check the iss (issuer) claim matches the expected provider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/what-is-a-url\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">url<\/a>.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Confirm the aud (audience) claim contains the client ID.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Enforce exp (expiration) and reject expired tokens; consider small clock skew allowance.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Validate nonce in the ID token against the stored nonce to prevent replay.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<li>Ensure the token&#8217;s alg is expected and never accept &#8220;alg&#8221;:&#8221;none&#8221;.<\/li>\n<p>\n    <\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_threats_and_practical_mitigations\"><\/span>Common threats and practical mitigations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Attacks against OpenID implementations can be grouped into categories and mitigated with specific controls. Redirect URI manipulation and open redirectors allow attackers to capture codes or tokens, so relying parties must <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/register.php\">register<\/a> and strictly match redirect URIs (prefer exact match rather than prefix matching). CSRF during the authorization redirect is mitigated by the state parameter; the client must generate a random state and verify it upon return. Token theft via XSS or insecure storage is another frequent problem: do not persist tokens in localStorage or other easily accessible browser stores unless you accept the risk and mitigate XSS comprehensively. Use httpOnly, secure cookies with SameSite settings when possible, and prefer server-side session handling for tokens.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flow-specific_considerations\"><\/span>Flow-specific considerations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Different flows have different tradeoffs. The implicit flow (where tokens are returned directly in the browser) exposes tokens to browser history and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/what-is-a-url\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">urls<\/a> and is now discouraged for new applications. The authorization code flow with PKCE provides stronger guarantees for public clients (single page apps and native apps) and should be the default. For confidential clients (server-side applications) use the code flow with client authentication. Rotate refresh tokens and use short lifetimes for access tokens to limit the window for misuse. Consider refresh token rotation: each refresh returns a new refresh token and invalidates the previous one to limit replay risk.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Client_and_server_hardening_recommended_practices\"><\/span>Client and server hardening: recommended practices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Implementers should take a layered approach: cryptographic protection, strict validation, least privilege, and operational controls. Always use TLS (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/what-is-ssl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https<\/a>) with strong ciphers and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.a2hosting.com\/kb\/security\/ssl\/enabling-http-strict-transport-security-hsts-for-your-site\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hsts<\/a> to prevent transport\u2011level interception. Limit requested scopes to the minimum needed and use consent screens judiciously. Protect client secrets on server side and never embed them in public clients. Use the provider&#8217;s discovery and JWKS endpoints for dynamic trust establishment, but validate those endpoints with TLS certificate checks and consider <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/understanding-website-caching-and-website-performance-optimization\/\">caching<\/a> keys with reasonable expiration and handling of key rollover. Log and monitor authentication events to detect anomalies like repeated failed token validations or unusual client registrations.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Session_management_logout_and_revocation\"><\/span>Session management, logout, and revocation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      OIDC provides optional mechanisms for session management and logout (front\u2011channel, back\u2011channel, and RP\u2011initiated logout). These mechanisms are important to avoid orphaned sessions where a user thinks they are signed out but tokens remain valid. Support token revocation endpoints so clients can actively invalidate refresh or access tokens, and implement server-side session invalidation alongside provider logout flows. Ensure that revocation checks and logout events are integrated into your application\u2019s session lifecycle so that a compromised token can be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostinger.com\/tutorials\/what-is-rendering\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rendered<\/a> unusable quickly.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Browser_apps_and_mobile_specifics\"><\/span>Browser apps and mobile specifics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Single Page Applications (SPAs) and mobile apps have unique constraints: they run in less trusted environments and cannot safely hold long\u2011term secrets. For SPAs, the recommended approach is authorization code flow with PKCE and short\u2011lived access tokens; store tokens in memory where feasible and avoid persistent storage unless necessary. For mobile apps, use the platform\u2019s secure storage (Keychain on iOS, Keystore on Android) and implement PKCE. <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/how-to-set-up-a-website-with-custom-redirects-for-improved-website-navigation-and-user-experience\/\">redirects<\/a> should use secure custom schemes or app\u2011links\/universal links, and developers must defend against interception by malicious apps by using platform binding or additional validation where possible.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operational_practices_and_governance\"><\/span>Operational practices and governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Security is not only code-level controls; it includes operational and governance practices. Enforce strong client registration policies, review scopes and consent texts, and apply least-privilege rules to applications. Rotate provider keys on schedule and verify your application responds to key rollover without <a href=\"https:\/\/hostadvice.com\/blog\/server\/what-is-downtime\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">downtime<\/a>. Maintain incident response playbooks that include steps for token revocation, user notifications, and forensic logs if a breach occurs. Regularly audit configuration, review logged authentication anomalies, and keep libraries and dependencies up to date to avoid known vulnerabilities.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      OpenID Connect is powerful for identity but must be implemented with care. Use authorization code flow with PKCE for public clients, validate tokens thoroughly (signature, issuer, audience, expiration, nonce), protect transport with TLS, and store tokens securely. Prevent CSRF with state, prevent replay with nonce, and avoid the implicit flow. Operational controls like key management, token rotation, logging, and strict redirect URI matching are essential to reduce risk. When these controls are applied together, OpenID deployments deliver secure, user-friendly authentication without exposing unnecessary attack surface.\n    <\/p>\n<p><!--KB_CAT_BLOCK--><\/p>\n<figure class=\"kb-cat-placeholder\" style=\"margin:1.75rem 0;display:block;\">\n<div class=\"kb-cat-wrap\" style=\"position:relative; overflow:hidden; border-radius:12px; box-shadow:0 10px 36px rgba(0,0,0,0.14);\"><img src=\"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/assets\/img\/cat-default.webp\" alt=\"Security Aspects of Openid Explained Clearly\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;border-radius:12px;box-shadow:0 8px 28px rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"kb-cat-gradient\" style=\"position:absolute; inset:0; background:linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(9,23,60,0.66) 0%, rgba(11,30,70,0.45) 40%, rgba(11,30,70,0.15) 100%);\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"kb-cat-textbox\" style=\"position:absolute; inset:auto 5% 7% 5%; color:#fff; text-align:center; display:flex; flex-direction:column; gap:.4rem; align-items:center; justify-content:flex-end;\">\n<div class=\"kb-cat-title\" style=\"font-weight:800; font-size:clamp(20px,3.6vw,34px); line-height:1.2; letter-spacing:.2px; text-shadow:0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,.35);\">Security Aspects of Openid Explained Clearly<\/div>\n<div class=\"kb-cat-meta\" style=\"opacity:1; font-weight:600; font-size:clamp(13px,2.6vw,16px); line-height:1.45; text-shadow:0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,.28);\">Understanding OpenID and why security matters OpenID Connect (often shortened to OIDC) is an identity layer built on top of OAuth 2.0 that lets applications verify a user&#039;s identity and\u2026<\/div>\n<div class=\"kb-cat-desc\" style=\"opacity:1; font-weight:500; font-size:clamp(12px,2.4vw,15px); line-height:1.5; max-width:900px; text-wrap:balance; text-shadow:0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,.25);\">AI<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.a2hosting.com\/blog\/create-an-faq-page\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">frequently asked questions<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_OpenID_Connect_safe_to_use_for_my_application\"><\/span>1. Is OpenID Connect safe to use for my application?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Yes, when implemented correctly. Use the authorization code flow with PKCE for public clients, validate tokens (signature and claims), use TLS everywhere, and follow secure token storage practices. Avoid deprecated flows such as the implicit flow for new deployments.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_PKCE_and_why_is_it_important\"><\/span>2. What is PKCE and why is it important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      PKCE (Proof Key for Code Exchange) is an additional layer that prevents an attacker from exchanging an intercepted authorization code. It requires the client to present a code verifier that matches a hashed code challenge sent in the initial authorization request. PKCE is essential for public clients like SPAs and native apps.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_should_tokens_be_stored_in_browser-based_applications\"><\/span>3. How should tokens be stored in browser-based applications?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Prefer storing tokens in memory or using secure cookies with httpOnly and SameSite attributes. Avoid storing sensitive tokens in localStorage or sessionStorage because they are accessible to JavaScript and vulnerable to XSS. If you must persist a token, minimize its lifetime and ensure robust XSS protections.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_checks_must_I_perform_on_an_ID_token\"><\/span>4. What checks must I perform on an ID token?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Verify the token signature using the provider&#8217;s JWKS, confirm the iss and aud claims match expected values, check exp and iat against the current time (allowing a small clock skew), and validate nonce if one was used. Also ensure the token algorithm is expected and not &#8220;none&#8221;.\n    <\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_can_I_limit_the_damage_if_a_token_is_leaked\"><\/span>5. How can I limit the damage if a token is leaked?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>\n      Use short\u2011lived access tokens, employ refresh token rotation or server-side sessions, and provide revocation endpoints so tokens can be invalidated. Monitor for unusual usage patterns and implement rate limiting to reduce the impact of token theft.\n    <\/p>\n<p>\n  <\/article>\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understanding OpenID and why security matters OpenID Connect (often shortened to OIDC) is an identity layer built on top of OAuth 2.0&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":52153,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[8,9405,9,4594,3,10,4,11,7,88,2],"tags":[586,7836,670,12689,12620,12864,12737,579,12904,10660,406],"class_list":["post-52152","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-website-security","category-ai","category-domains","category-networking","category-php-scripts","category-servers","category-ssl-certificates","category-support","category-web-design","category-web-hosting","category-wordpress","tag-authentication","tag-explanation","tag-guide","tag-identity","tag-identity-management","tag-openid","tag-openid-connect","tag-security","tag-security-aspects-of-openid-explained-clearly","tag-security-best-practices","tag-tutorial"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52152","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=52152"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52152\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":52154,"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52152\/revisions\/52154"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/52153"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=52152"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=52152"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infinitydomainhosting.com\/kb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=52152"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}