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Application Security

What is Function Level Authorization?

Function Level Authorization A control mechanism that verifies a user’s or system’s permission for each specific API endpoint or business function before allowing the requested action.

Source: ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, MITRE ATT&CK

How is “Function Level Authorization” Used in Practice?

Apply Function Level Authorization checks on all API endpoints to ensure users can only perform actions they are permitted to execute.

Certification Exam Relevance

CISSPCompTIA Security+CEH

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • SOC Analysts
  • Security Engineers
  • Incident Responders

Related Cybersecurity English Terms

Broken Function LevelBroken Object LevelBroken Authorization SchemaBroken Access Control

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What is Function Level Authorization?

A control mechanism that verifies a user’s or system’s permission for each specific API endpoint or business function before allowing the requested action.

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