Peter feature authentication fix

[peterlogo]

What this PR does (required):

• list PR functionality here

Screenshots / Videos (front-end only):

• Post at least one screenshot to show the feature in action. Only required in front-end work

Any information needed to test this feature (required):

• Post what steps to take to be able to test this feature (eg. "sign up as a new user and upload a profile picture from the navbar")

Any issues with the current functionality (optional):

• List any problems where you were not able to complete all tasks on ticket
• List any problems this PR may cause for the project or other active PRs
• Post a screenshot/video of the problem, along with detailed console outputs where applicable