Security » The security window

The security window

The user permissions that you establish within SilverStripe CMS are controlled via the Security section. The Security window has a design similar to the other windows within the CMS, as shown below.

 

 

Name

Description

1

Security icon

Click on this icon to display the Security window.

2

Security Groups pane

Displays the hierarchy of groups and subgroups of users.

3

Users in this Group pane

Displays the details of the group currently selected in the Security Groups pane.

4

Members and Permissions tabs

The Members tab displays the members belonging to the currently selected group. Click on a user to display the details in the User Details pane. The Access tab enables you to set the level of access granted to the users of the currently selected group.

5

User Details

Displays the details of the currently selected user in the Members tab. Selecting a user enables you to reset the password.