convex-security-audit

Audit Convex applications for authorization, data-access controls, and operation protections.

Updated Feb 8, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/gursheyss/styx --skill convex-security-audit-gursheyss
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Skill: convex-security-audit
Source: https://github.com/gursheyss/styx/tree/main/.agents/skills/convex-security-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gursheyss/styx --skill convex-security-audit-gursheyss

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Deep security audits for Convex applications help teams identify and remediate authorization gaps, data leakage risks, and exposure from external calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Authorization logic reviews to enforce RBAC and permission boundaries
  • Data access boundaries validation to prevent leakage and ensure least privilege
  • Action isolation and external call safeguards to restrict risky operations
  • Rate limiting patterns to prevent abuse and improve resilience
  • Audit trails and safeguards for sensitive operations and configurations

Quick Start

Review Convex app code to verify proper access controls, data boundaries, and safe external interactions.

Frequently Asked Questions about convex-security-audit

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

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How do I audit data access controls and authorization in my Convex application?

Implementing rate limiting in Convex protects your application from abuse by restricting how often external actions can be triggered. Apply rate limiting patterns across sensitive operations to improve system resilience and prevent malicious request flooding.

What is the best way to secure environment secrets and isolate external calls in Convex?

Securing environment secrets in Convex requires establishing strict internal vs external action boundaries. Validate external call safeguards to restrict risky operations and ensure sensitive configurations and environment variables are handled safely without exposure.

How do I set up audit trails for sensitive operations in a Convex deployment?

Setting up audit trails in a Convex deployment involves implementing logging for all sensitive operations and configuration changes. This creates a verifiable record of actions, ensuring accountability and helping teams identify unauthorized access or anomalies.

Can I use this security audit approach for Convex apps with complex role-based access control?

Yes, this security audit approach is designed for Convex deployments requiring robust access control. It standardizes authorization logic to enforce RBAC and permission boundaries, making it suitable for applications with complex data models and multiple user roles.

Why does my Convex app need an authorization gap review before exposing external actions?

Your Convex app needs an authorization gap review because exposing external actions without proper boundaries risks data leakage and unauthorized operations. Reviewing code verifies that access controls and action isolation safeguards are correctly applied to mitigate these vulnerabilities.