Error: disallowed_useragent using Google Social Login

Article Id: 6870

Status: Published

Updated On: 14-02-2018 07:13

Legacy Id: TEC1456962

Products:

CA Rapid App Security CA API Gateway

Issue/Introduction:

When using Google as a social login provider you may receive the below error:

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Cause:

As of April 20, 2017 Google has started blocking OAuth requests using web-views on platforms where alternatives exist.

Environment:

Release: L7SMG299000-2.3-Mobile API Gateway-HARDWARE APPLIANCE DUAL CPU
Component:

Resolution:

Google no longer allows OAuth requests in embedded browsers known as “web-views” .You will need to launch the device browser for the request to succeed.

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