# Issue #12: Implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for Dispute Endpoints ## Description Implement role-based access control for dispute-related endpoints to ensure that only users with the appropriate roles (`user`, `moderator`, or `admin`) can perform specific actions on disputes. ## Acceptance Criteria - [x] Middleware `requireRole` is implemented and tested - [x] Dispute endpoints are protected by appropriate role checks - [x] Integration tests verify correct access control for different user roles - [x] Documentation of RBAC in `docs/roles-and-permissions.md` is updated ## Related Files - `backend/src/middleware/requireRole.js` - `backend/src/middleware/requireRole.test.js` - `backend/src/dispute-flow/` - `docs/roles-and-permissions.md` ## Notes This task builds upon the existing role-based access control implementation and focuses specifically on dispute-related functionality. The middleware should be used to protect endpoints in the dispute flow.