Modified the JWT::decode method to use the Key object for decoding JWTs. This enhances security by explicitly specifying the algorithm used (HS256) and aligns with recent updates in the Firebase JWT library.
Updated JWT::encode to explicitly use the HS256 algorithm for greater security. Removed redundant algorithm specification in JWT::decode for improved consistency and simplicity. This ensures the JWT operations follow expected standards and enhances maintainability.
Switched from relative path to using __DIR__ constant for requiring vendor/autoload.php. This ensures correct file inclusion regardless of the script's execution context, preventing potential loading issues.
Added composer configuration files to manage dependencies. Installed and configured the Firebase PHP-JWT library to handle JWT encoding and decoding. This enhancement aims to streamline JWT operations within the project.
Also updated .gitignore to exclude Composer artifacts.
Rebranded the auth_userkey plugin to auth_jwt, including changes to namespace, class names, and configuration settings to reflect the new jwt-based authentication mechanism. Updated copyright notices and contact information accordingly. This refactoring also includes the introduction of JWT token management using the Firebase JWT library, replacing the user quick keys.
