Fundamentals of Secure Software - OpenID and OpenID Connect

The video tutorial explains Open ID, a decentralized authentication protocol that allows users to log into multiple websites using a single identity. It covers the Open ID process, where users authenticate with an identity provider, which then confirms their identity to other websites. The tutorial also introduces Open ID Connect, an identity layer on top of Oauth 2.0, and explains its flow, including the exchange of authentication codes and access tokens. The video highlights the benefits of using Open ID and Open ID Connect for secure and efficient user authentication across various platforms.

What is the relationship between Open ID Connect and OAuth?

What optional features does the Open ID Connect specification suite offer?

Discuss the significance of the authentication code exchange in Open ID Connect.