vetkit.py.auth.assert-authorization
An authorization check is written as an assert statement. Python removes asserts when run with -O, which silently disables the check.
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An authorization check is written as an assert statement. Python removes asserts when run with -O, which silently disables the check.
Category: SECURITY · Engine rule severity: WARNING
How to fix it
Use an explicit if-check that raises PermissionDenied / returns 403.
References
Source: packages/engine/rules/sast/python.yml.
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