[ARCHIVED] The "Account-level settings - manage" permission is to coarse grained

[canvas_support6]

We have been conducting security reviews of user roles in Canvas and want to redesign the roles to allow the minimum access necessary for individuals to still be able to complete their work.

We have repeatedly struck an issue with the "Account-level settings - manage" permission, where many roles need access to the subaccounts. Some needing read only access and others manage access. But this role also enables some of the most critical features in Canvas: Authentication, Theme Editor, Account Settings and Terms. 

In order to give sub-account access and withhold access to the other features we are proposing a Javascript Theme filter that hides and inactivates the more powerful screen controls. This can still be bypassed and must be maintained over time to avoid accidental exposure.

We need a more reliable solution such as Canvas implementing more granular permissions to break them down for safer delegation. At a minimum, we would like sub-account access to be removed from this role. Does Canvas have any plans to do this?

[kmeeusen · Accepted solution]

Hi @canvas_support6 

This is not currently possible in Canvas, but you could create a new Idea Conversation for this functionality in this community.

• How do idea conversations work in the Canvas Community?
• How do I create a new idea conversation in the Canvas Community?

A quick search of Idea Conversations did produce this gem: More granular permissions for admins

You can rate it, add your own use-case scenarios, or even create your own new idea.

Good luck,

Kelley

[canvas_support6]

I added a comment and I think I rated it, but I am not sure if the rating part worked correctly.

I also added an idea for my specific use case here: 

https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Idea-Conversations/Make-the-quot-Account-level-settings-manage-qu...

It looks like you have had these issues for 6 years, many people have commented, and you have implemented some changes. But I feel my specific issue is unlikely to be addressed for some time.

Simon