convex-security-audit

Audit Convex application security for authorization, data access, and rate limiting.

Updated Jan 24, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/FlorinSenoner/the-dahan-codex --skill convex-security-audit-florinsenoner

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Skill: convex-security-audit
Source: https://github.com/FlorinSenoner/the-dahan-codex/tree/main/.agents/skills/convex-security-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/FlorinSenoner/the-dahan-codex --skill convex-security-audit-florinsenoner

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the critical need for robust security in Convex applications by providing comprehensive patterns and best practices for auditing authorization, data access, action isolation, rate limiting, and sensitive operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

Authorization Auditing: Ensures correct role-based and permission-based access controls are implemented.
Data Access Boundary Checks: Verifies that users can only access data they are permitted to see.
Action Isolation: Protects against exposing sensitive information or logic through external API calls.
Rate Limiting Implementation: Provides mechanisms to prevent abuse and ensure service stability.
Sensitive Operations Protection: Guides on securing critical functions with multi-factor confirmations and audit trails.
Use Case: A developer can use this Skill to systematically review their Convex application's security posture, identifying and rectifying potential vulnerabilities before deployment.

Quick Start

Review the authorization logic patterns provided in the skill documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions about convex-security-audit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I audit authorization and data access boundaries in a Convex backend?▼

You audit Convex authorization by systematically reviewing role-based access controls and data boundary checks using TypeScript patterns for mutations and internal actions, verifying users only access permitted data.

What is action isolation in Convex and how does it protect sensitive operations?▼

Action isolation in Convex protects sensitive information and internal logic from being exposed through external API calls. It secures critical functions by enforcing multi-factor confirmations and maintaining audit trails.

How do I implement rate limiting in a Convex application?▼

Implement rate limiting in Convex applications using provided TypeScript mechanisms to prevent API abuse and ensure service stability. This Skill details implementation strategies for Convex functions and internal actions.

Does this security audit approach work for both Convex mutations and internal actions?▼

Yes, this security audit approach provides TypeScript code examples and implementation strategies for both Convex mutations and internal actions, ensuring robust backend security and compliance across your application's functions.

When do I need to secure sensitive operations with multi-factor confirmations in Convex?▼

Secure sensitive operations with multi-factor confirmations in Convex when protecting critical functions that require audit trails. This prevents unauthorized execution and ensures compliance for vulnerable backend operations.

What are the limitations of auditing Convex backend security using TypeScript patterns?▼

Auditing Convex backend security using TypeScript patterns requires manually reviewing authorization logic and data access boundaries. This Skill guides identifying vulnerabilities before deployment but does not automate the remediation of detected security gaps.