convex-security-audit

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

Updated Mar 7, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/pratikpakhale/convex-next-starter --skill convex-security-audit-pratikpakhale
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Skill: convex-security-audit
Source: https://github.com/pratikpakhale/convex-next-starter/tree/main/.agent/skills/convex/modules/convex-security-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/pratikpakhale/convex-next-starter --skill convex-security-audit-pratikpakhale

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

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

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Authorization Auditing: Review and implement role-based and permission-based access controls.
  • Data Access Control: Ensure users can only access data they are permitted to see.
  • Action Isolation: Protect against misuse of external API calls and sensitive internal actions.
  • Rate Limiting: Implement mechanisms to prevent abuse and ensure service stability.
  • Sensitive Operations Protection: Secure critical functions with multi-factor confirmation and audit trails.
  • Use Case: A developer can use this Skill to audit their Convex application's user management system, ensuring that only administrators can delete user accounts and that all such actions are logged.

Quick Start

Review the authorization logic patterns provided in the Convex Security Audit skill to secure your application's user roles and permissions.

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 boundaries in my Convex application?

Audit Convex authorization by reviewing role-based access controls and data filtering patterns to ensure users can only access permitted data. This skill provides code examples for permission checks and data access boundaries.

How does rate limiting work to protect sensitive Convex actions from abuse?

Rate limiting in Convex works by enforcing usage thresholds to prevent abuse and maintain service stability. This skill provides patterns for implementing rate limit enforcement and isolating sensitive actions from external API misuse.

What's the best way to secure destructive operations in Convex with multi-factor confirmation?

Secure destructive Convex operations by implementing multi-factor confirmation flows and audit trails. This skill provides patterns for protecting sensitive functions, ensuring critical actions like account deletion are verified and logged.

Can I use this skill to implement role-based access control (RBAC) for a production Convex app?

Yes, you can implement RBAC for production Convex applications using the provided permission check patterns. The skill addresses production security best practices and common pitfalls in Convex development.

Why do I need action isolation for external API calls in Convex?

Action isolation is needed in Convex to protect against misuse of external API calls and sensitive internal actions. This skill provides patterns to secure boundaries and prevent unauthorized execution of protected operations.

Does Convex security auditing cover common production security pitfalls?

Yes, Convex security auditing covers common production security pitfalls by providing comprehensive patterns for authorization logic, data access boundaries, rate limiting, and sensitive operations protection.