Manual Permission Checks
Manual permission checks are a security practice in software development where developers explicitly verify user permissions or roles before allowing access to specific resources or actions. This involves writing custom code to inspect user credentials, such as roles, groups, or specific permissions, and conditionally granting or denying access based on predefined rules. It is commonly used in applications to enforce fine-grained access control beyond basic authentication.
Developers should use manual permission checks when building applications that require granular security controls, such as multi-tenant systems, enterprise software, or platforms with complex user hierarchies. This approach is essential for scenarios where built-in authorization mechanisms are insufficient, allowing for custom logic to handle specific business rules, dynamic permissions, or integration with external identity providers. It helps prevent unauthorized access and ensures compliance with security policies.