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Connection secury concern (Sharepoint Lists)

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In my app there are several connections to the multiple sharepoint lists. In order for users to manipulate (Patch) these lists, they also require to have a permission to edit those lists. But then they can go and edit those lists directly. It is insecure - anyone can delete imporatnt tables / items.

 

How to overcome this problem? Normally You can not manipulate data in database source, only through application.

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    WarrenBelz 154,475 Most Valuable Professional on at

    Hi @Anonymous ,

    If you create a custom permission level in SharePoint (based on Contribute is a good option) and uncheck View Application Pages, the users can do whatever they need in Power Apps, but cannot view anything directly in SharePoint, even if they know the URL.

     

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