convex-security-audit

Audit Convex applications for authorization, data access, and operational protections.

23|5|Updated Nov 5, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/JStaRFilms/VibeCode-Protocol-Suite --skill convex-security-audit-jstarfilms
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Skill: convex-security-audit
Source: https://github.com/JStaRFilms/VibeCode-Protocol-Suite/tree/main/assets/.agent/skills/convex-security-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JStaRFilms/VibeCode-Protocol-Suite --skill convex-security-audit-jstarfilms

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a structured approach to evaluating and enforcing security controls in Convex applications, addressing authorization, data access boundaries, action isolation, rate limiting, and protection of sensitive operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive authorization checks: verify user roles and permissions across functions and data access.
  • Data boundary enforcement: ensure users only access permitted data based on ownership or shared rules.
  • Action isolation & safeguard mechanisms: prevent unsafe external calls and enforce secure integration practices.
  • Rate limiting & abuse prevention: mitigate abuse of APIs and operations.
  • Real-world scenario: implement end-to-end security audits for a Convex backend to enforce least privilege and auditable actions.

Quick Start

Run a security audit workflow on your Convex project to validate access controls, data boundaries, and protections for sensitive operations.

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 authorization and data access rules in a Convex backend?

To audit authorization in a Convex backend, you review role-based access controls and data visibility rules to ensure users only access permitted data based on ownership. This involves verifying boundaries and enforcing least privilege across all functions.

What is the best way to implement rate limiting and prevent API abuse in Convex?

Implementing rate limiting in Convex requires adding operational protections to mitigate API abuse. You enforce rate limits on sensitive operations and external calls to prevent unsafe usage and secure backend actions against malicious activity.

How does a security audit check for sensitive operation safeguards in Convex applications?

A security audit checks sensitive operation safeguards by reviewing action isolation and external API calls. It validates that secure integration practices are enforced and prevents unsafe external calls within the Convex application codebase.

Can I use this audit approach to verify role-based access control for my TypeScript API surfaces?

Yes, you can verify role-based access control for TypeScript API surfaces by applying concrete validation checks and data models. The audit provides TypeScript code samples to enforce user roles and permissions across your exposed functions.

What are the limitations when enforcing data boundary rules in Convex?

Limitations when enforcing data boundary rules in Convex arise from complex shared ownership logic. Without strict validation checks and clear data models, users might bypass visibility rules and access unpermitted records.