convex-security-audit

Audit Convex applications for authorization, data access, and rate limiting patterns.

401|32|Updated Jan 14, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/waynesutton/convexskills --skill convex-security-audit-waynesutton
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Skill: convex-security-audit
Source: https://github.com/waynesutton/convexskills/tree/main/skills/convex-security-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/waynesutton/convexskills --skill convex-security-audit-waynesutton

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Deep security review patterns for authorization logic, data access boundaries, action isolation, rate limiting, and protecting sensitive operations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Authorization Logic Audit: Enforces RBAC and permission checks to restrict access to resources and operations.
  • Data Access Boundaries Audit: Ensures users only see permitted data and implements ownership checks.
  • Action Isolation Audit: Safeguards external API calls and isolates side effects from core data mutations.
  • Rate Limiting Audit: Prevents abuse by enforcing per-user action quotas and cooldowns.
  • Sensitive Operations Protection: Adds safeguards and audit trails for destructive actions.

Quick Start

Run a security audit against your Convex app by applying the patterns described to your auth, data, and API boundaries.

Frequently Asked Questions about convex-security-audit

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I implement role-based access control in my Convex backend?

To implement role-based access control in your Convex backend, enforce RBAC and permission checks that restrict access to resources and operations. Security audit patterns verify that your authorization logic correctly limits user capabilities.

How do I audit data access boundaries to ensure users only see permitted data?

Auditing data access boundaries requires implementing ownership checks to ensure users only see permitted data. Security audit patterns verify that your Convex application enforces strict data access governance across all queries and mutations.

What is the best way to isolate external API calls in a Convex application?

The best way to isolate external API calls in a Convex application is to safeguard external interactions and separate side effects from core data mutations. Action isolation audits verify that external calls remain decoupled from primary data operations.

How do I add rate limiting to prevent abuse of Convex actions?

To add rate limiting and prevent abuse of Convex actions, enforce per-user action quotas and cooldowns. Security audit patterns verify that your rate limiting policies effectively restrict excessive external API calls and user mutations.

How do I protect sensitive operations and add audit trails for destructive actions?

Protect sensitive operations by adding safeguards and audit trails for destructive actions. Security audit patterns ensure that sensitive operations within your Convex backend maintain comprehensive audit logs and protective guardrails.