Crash fix - when cancelling an authentication session #917
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| Verified the crash described occurs in iOS example app with Okta and that the proposed fix prevents the crash. |
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| @Prash88 Do you mind fixing the failing tests, please? |
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Steps to repro
In Example app,
Tap sign in, hit continue.
Move the app to the background.
Go to Settings > Safari > Clear History and Website Data.
Go into the app again. A new permission dialog is shown.
Tap Cancel. App crashes.
Recording from example app: https://streamable.com/5m16cx
Reasons for crash
The crash happens because of ASWebAuthenticationSession getting deallocated during or immediately after completion handler
http://ww.openradar.appspot.com/FB12132525
Fix explanation
As suggested, this crash can be mitigated by intentionally retaining the authentication session until after the dismiss animation is complete.