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ACL add String AccessControlEntry#getKey()

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Description

In our project we have very complex security restrictions.
When some Start event happens we grant some permissions to a set of sids.
But when the corresponding End event happens we should revoke exactly the same set of permissions.
It would be great if we can pass some optional key attribute to MutableAcl::insertAce method.
In this case when the corresponding End event happens we can just remove all aces by passed key.
This change can be made fully backward compatible.
Will you accept PR from me with this change?

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Research direction

Start by reading the MutableAcl::insertAce entry point and the AccessControlEntry#getKey() API mentioned in the issue. Trace how ACEs are added and removed, then define the backward-compatible behavior for optional keys and removal by key. Done means the ACL API supports the requested key-based lifecycle without breaking existing callers.

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Assessment

Tech stack
java, spring
Domain
authorization, security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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