iss
IESG
Registry Context
The `iss` claim identifies the principal that issued the JWT. It is optional and, when used, has a case-sensitive string value containing a `StringOrURI` value.
Technical Summary
`iss` is the registered JWT Issuer claim defined by RFC 7519 Section 4.1.1. Its value is a case-sensitive string containing a `StringOrURI` value, and use of the claim is OPTIONAL.
When Used
Use it to identify the principal that issued the JWT.
Normative Requirements
JWT producer
OPTIONAL
1RFC 7519 - Section 4.1.1
Use the `iss` claim..
Condition: When creating a JWT.
Use of this claim is OPTIONAL.
Validation Guidance
error
If `iss` is present, verify that its value is a string containing a `StringOrURI` value and treat comparisons as case-sensitive.
info
Treat absence of `iss` as valid because use of the claim is optional.
Reference
Details
- Entry Id
iss- Claim Name
iss- Claim Description
Issuer- Change Controller
IESG- Reference
RFC7519 - Section 4.1.1