How long does a security audit take?

Most audits are completed within 1-2 weeks, depending on the size and complexity of your codebase.

What tech stacks do you support?

We audit applications built with JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Go, Ruby, PHP, and more. Whether you're using React, Next.js, Django, Rails, or any other framework—we've got you covered.

Is my code kept confidential?

Absolutely. We sign NDAs, use encrypted connections, and delete all access after the audit. Your code never leaves your repository—we only need read access.

How is this different from automated scanning?

Automated scanners catch common issues but miss business logic flaws, complex auth bypasses, and context-specific vulnerabilities. Our manual audits think like attackers and understand your unique application.

How do you prevent Authorization?

Implement role-based access control (RBAC) Always verify permissions server-side Use indirect object references instead of direct database IDs Log and monitor authorization failures

What are examples of Authorization?

A regular user trying to access admin-only endpoints. Accessing another user's private data by changing an ID in the URL. Performing actions beyond your role (e.g., deleting resources you don't own)

What is Authorization?

1 min read Updated 2026-02-05

The process of determining what actions an authenticated user is allowed to perform. Often confused with authentication, but they serve different purposes.

Understanding Authorization

Authorization answers the question "What can you do?" After a user is authenticated, authorization determines their permissions. Broken authorization is extremely common and can lead to unauthorized data access or privilege escalation.

Examples

A regular user trying to access admin-only endpoints
Accessing another user's private data by changing an ID in the URL
Performing actions beyond your role (e.g., deleting resources you don't own)

How to Prevent

Implement role-based access control (RBAC)
Always verify permissions server-side
Use indirect object references instead of direct database IDs
Log and monitor authorization failures

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What is Authorization?

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Examples

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Related Terms

Authentication

RBAC

IDOR

Broken Access Control

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