PostWave

Role-Based Access Control

The system is designed with role-based access control (RBAC) to ensure that users have appropriate permissions based on their roles. The project includes three primary roles: User, Admin, and Super Admin. Each role has distinct permissions and responsibilities within the system.

User Role

When a new user registers, they are automatically assigned the User role. This role provides the user with basic access to the system's functionalities, such as creating posts and comments. Users can interact with content, manage their profile, and access general features of the application. However, they have no administrative privileges and cannot manage other users or alter system-wide settings.

Admin Role

The Admin role is assigned to users who require elevated privileges. Admins can manage content across the platform, including posts and comments created by other users. They have the ability to moderate user activity, approve or remove posts and comments, and access more detailed logs related to user actions. Admins are also responsible for maintaining the integrity of the platform by ensuring that content adheres to the community guidelines.

Unlike the User role, Admins can perform administrative tasks but do not have full control over the system. For example, they cannot assign roles to other users or alter critical system configurations.

Super Admin Role

The Super Admin role is the highest level of access within the system. Super Admins have full control over the platform, including the ability to manage all users and assign roles. They can create new Admins, revoke administrative privileges, and alter system-wide settings. This role is typically reserved for the system owner or trusted personnel who are responsible for the overall management and security of the platform.

Super Admins also have access to advanced features, such as system logs, configuration settings, and the ability to perform critical actions like database migrations and updates to the system architecture.

Role Assignment and Management

Role assignment is managed through the IAM-service, which handles user authentication and role management. By default, all new users are assigned the User role. Only Super Admins have the authority to promote a user to Admin or to grant Super Admin privileges to another user.

This hierarchical structure ensures that only trusted users can perform sensitive operations, maintaining the security and integrity of the platform. Any changes in user roles are logged by the UTILS-service to ensure transparency and accountability.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or need further details about the access and restrictions in the system, feel free to reach out via email at mykola.shchypailo@gmail.com.