Integration Security
Security considerations and best practices for Prisme.ai app integrations
Security is a critical consideration when integrating external services and data sources with your Prisme.ai environment. This page outlines the security architecture of the Apps Marketplace, explains how credentials and data are protected, and provides best practices for secure integration management.
Security Architecture Overview
Prisme.ai’s Apps Marketplace is built with a security-first approach that protects sensitive information while enabling powerful integrations:
Isolated Execution
Apps run in isolated environments with controlled access to resources
Encrypted Credentials
Authentication details are encrypted at rest and in transit
Granular Permissions
Fine-grained access controls determine who can use which apps
Audit Logging
Comprehensive logging of all app installation, configuration, and usage
Credential Management
The Apps Marketplace includes a secure credential management system that protects authentication information:
Encrypted Storage
All credentials (API keys, passwords, tokens, etc.) are encrypted using industry-standard algorithms before being stored
Secure Access
Credentials are only accessible to authorized services and users with appropriate permissions
No Plain Text Display
Credentials are never displayed in plain text after initial entry, even to administrators
Automatic Rotation
Support for automatic credential rotation based on policies or schedules (for compatible services)
Centralized Management
Unified interface for managing all integration credentials across the organization
Data Protection
When apps process and transfer data, several protective measures ensure security:
Access Control Model
The Apps Marketplace implements a comprehensive access control model:
Organizations can control which apps can be installed:
- Allow or block specific apps
- Require approval for installation requests
- Limit installation capabilities to specific roles
- Create allowlists of approved apps
This ensures that only authorized and approved apps are introduced into the environment.
Organizations can control which apps can be installed:
- Allow or block specific apps
- Require approval for installation requests
- Limit installation capabilities to specific roles
- Create allowlists of approved apps
This ensures that only authorized and approved apps are introduced into the environment.
Once installed, app usage is controlled through:
- Role-based access controls
- Workspace-level permissions
- Function-level authorization
- Context-based restrictions
These controls determine who can use which aspects of installed apps and under what circumstances.
Access to app configuration is restricted:
- Separate permissions for viewing vs. editing configurations
- Credential management restricted to authorized administrators
- Configuration change approval workflows
- Version control and change tracking
This prevents unauthorized changes to integration settings that could compromise security.
Integration Risk Assessment
When adding new integrations, Prisme.ai helps organizations assess and mitigate risks:
Initial Assessment
Evaluate the security posture of the service being integrated:
- Review security certifications and compliance
- Assess data handling practices
- Consider the sensitivity of data being exchanged
Permission Scoping
Define the minimum permissions required:
- Use the principle of least privilege
- Request only necessary access scopes
- Limit data access to what’s essential
Implementation Review
Validate the security of the implementation:
- Review authentication mechanisms
- Verify data handling practices
- Check for appropriate error handling
Ongoing Monitoring
Continuously assess integration security:
- Monitor for unusual activity
- Regularly review access and usage
- Update configurations as needs change
Security Best Practices
Follow these recommendations to maintain the security of your app integrations:
App Approval Workflow
For organizations requiring strict control over app usage, Prisme.ai provides a configurable approval workflow:
Request Submission
Users request access to specific apps, providing business justification
Security Review
Security teams assess the risks and appropriate controls
Approval Decision
Designated approvers review and decide on the request
Implementation
Upon approval, the app is installed with appropriate controls
Documentation
The approval, including justification and controls, is documented
This process ensures that new integrations are evaluated from a security perspective before being implemented.
Internal Marketplace Security
For organizations maintaining their own internal marketplace:
App Review Process
Establish a formal process for reviewing and approving custom apps
Security Requirements
Define security standards that all custom apps must meet
Secure Development
Implement secure development practices for custom integrations
Regular Assessment
Periodically review and update internal apps for security
Security Features for Common Integration Types
- Support for modern authentication protocols (OAuth 2.0, JWT, etc.)
- Automatic handling of token refresh and expiration
- Secure storage of API credentials
- Rate limiting and throttling protection
- Request and response validation
- Support for modern authentication protocols (OAuth 2.0, JWT, etc.)
- Automatic handling of token refresh and expiration
- Secure storage of API credentials
- Rate limiting and throttling protection
- Request and response validation
- Isolation between tenant data
- Resource usage quotas and limitations
- Access controls aligned with platform permissions
- Audit logging of all operations
- Secure configuration management
- Client-side security controls
- Input validation and sanitization
- Protection against common web vulnerabilities
- Secure handling of client-side data
- Controlled access to browser APIs
Conclusion
Security is a shared responsibility between Prisme.ai, app providers, and your organization. By following the best practices outlined in this guide and leveraging the platform’s security features, you can safely integrate external services and data sources while maintaining a strong security posture.
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