FAQ-001477 - Permission Set Security / Custom Permissions and Bypass Logic

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Question
How can developers implement bypass mechanisms in managed packages that work correctly with "Install for All Users" option?
Answer
Developers can implement bypass mechanisms in managed packages by using custom permissions. However, keep in mind that custom permissions are assigned to all profiles during managed package installation if the "Install for All Users" option is selected. This behavior should be carefully considered when designing the bypass mechanism to ensure it works as intended and factored into the design to ensure the bypass mechanism works as intended.
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Question
How can developers implement bypass mechanisms in managed packages that work correctly with "Install for All Users" option?
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Developers can implement bypass mechanisms in managed packages by using custom permissions. However, keep in mind that custom permissions are assigned to all profiles during managed package installation if the "Install for All Users" option is selected. This behavior should be carefully considered when designing the bypass mechanism to ensure it works as intended.
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The current answer contains redundant text that repeats the same concept twice: 'This behavior should be carefully considered when designing the bypass mechanism to ensure it works as intended and factored into the design to ensure the bypass mechanism works as intended.' This redundancy makes the answer less clear and professional. I've streamlined this to a single, clear statement that preserves all the original information while improving readability. No security rules were selected because this FAQ discusses general managed package design patterns around custom permissions and bypass mechanisms, which is architectural guidance rather than specific security vulnerabilities that would be detected by automated security scanners. The available security rules focus on detecting specific code-level security issues (like SOQL injection, XSS vulnerabilities, hardcoded credentials, etc.) rather than architectural decisions about permission design in managed packages.