OAuthLib: Bearer token can be retrieved as long as client knows a valid client ID for device workflow

Date Oct 27, 2026
Type Vendor advisory
Signal High-risk advisory
Vendor / Product PyPI ยท oauthlib
CVE CVE-2026-49272
High-risk advisory CVE-2026-49272

Summary

OAuthLib: Bearer token can be retrieved as long as client knows a valid client ID for device workflow

Why it matters

GitHub has published a reviewed security advisory for oauthlib. Prioritize it with other application dependency updates.

Operator check

Check whether oauthlib is present in application dependency manifests, lockfiles, or build images. Review the GitHub advisory and upgrade to a patched version where available.

Sources

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