Role Based Access Control RBAC

This document outlines the development of a Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) system aimed at enhancing user privilege management through role-specific permissions. It emphasizes security by utilizing MongoDB for credential storage, implementing user authentication with PassportJS, and ensuring protection against web vulnerabilities. The RBAC system is designed to be scalable and efficient, addressing modern cybersecurity challenges while simplifying user management and adapting to organizational changes.

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Role-Based Access Control

RBAC
Supervised by Done by
Dr. E. Hemalatha Pulakanti Sanjana
Reddy
Kasoju Shlesha
Maneesh Ramaram
Abstract:
This project aims to develop a robust Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) system for
local authentication, streamlining user privilege management through role-specific
permissions for roles like Admin, Manager, and User. MongoDB will be used to
securely store user credentials, roles, and permissions. Key functionalities include
user registration and authentication with PassportJS (local strategy), dynamic role
assignment and management by administrators, middleware-based route protection
for role-restricted access, and input validation to safeguard against web
vulnerabilities like SQL injection and XSS. The system will emphasize security best
practices, including encryption of sensitive data and regular role updates to adapt to
organizational changes. This RBAC implementation ensures a scalable, secure, and
efficient solution for managing application resources while addressing the critical
need for advanced access control mechanisms in modern web applications to combat
evolving cybersecurity threats.
System Architecture
Admin Manager
Administrators have Managers have access to
complete access to all specific resources related
system resources, to their team or
including user department, such as user
management, data accounts, performance
manipulation, and reports, and project
configuration settings. management tools.

User
Users have limited access, only allowed to perform tasks
related to their assigned roles, such as accessing specific
data, making requests, or submitting reports.
Implementation
A Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) system assigns permissions to roles, and users access resources based on their job
functions. This reduces administrative overhead and enhances security by controlling access through predefined roles.

Hardware Specification Software Tools and Front End Backend

Libraries
1. Processor and memory 1. flash messages.ejs 1. user.model.js
for Backend server 1. Node.js 2. footer.ejs 2. admin.routes.js
2. Storage and network 2. Express.js 3. header.ejs 3. auth.route.js
requirements 3. Mongodb 4. navbar.ejs 4. user.route.js
3. Power Supply and Backup.
5. error_40x.ejs 5. constants.js

6. index.ejs 6. validators.js

7. login.ejs manage 7. app.js

8. users.ejs 8. .env

9. profile.ejs 9. nodemon.js

10.register.ejs 10.package-lock.json

11.Database Schema 11.package.json

Database
Results
RBAC: Advantages and Benefits

Security
Minimizes unauthorized access and protects sensitive
1 information by restricting user access to only necessary
resources.

Management
2 Simplifies administration, reduces overhead, and allows
seamless adaptation to organizational changes.

Scalability
Supports growth and enables easy updates to
3
roles and permissions, ensuring long-term
security and efficient resource management.
Conclusion
RBAC is a powerful tool for securing your application and streamlining user
management. By implementing RBAC, you can create a more secure, efficient, and
scalable system that meets the demands of modern digital environments. Role-Based
Access Control (RBAC) enhances security by minimizing unauthorized access and
safeguarding sensitive information through role-specific resource restrictions,
effectively addressing modern cybersecurity challenges. It simplifies user
management by assigning permissions based on roles rather than individuals,
reducing administrative overhead and enabling seamless adaptation to organizational
changes. Additionally, RBAC’s scalability and flexibility ensure that the system can
evolve alongside the organization, allowing for easy updates to roles and permissions.
This adaptability supports long-term security and efficient resource management,
making RBAC a robust and practical solution for modern access control needs.
References
• Sandhu, R., Coyne, E., Feinstein, H., & Youman, C. (1996). Role-Based Access
Control Models. IEEE Computer.