Ownership

In B2HANDLE a PID has an ownership attribute known as HS_ADMIN

The hs_admin attribute in Handle.net refers to a specific permission level associated with the Handle System, which is a distributed system for identifying and accessing digital objects. The hs_admin attribute typically grants administrative privileges, allowing users to perform actions such as creating, modifying, and deleting handles.

More specifically, in the Handle System (used from B2HANDLE), the hs_admin attribute is used to designate users or entities with administrative capabilities. Here’s a bit more detail about its functionalities:

  • Administrative Privileges: Users with the hs_admin attribute can manage handles, which includes creating new handles, editing existing ones, and deleting handles as necessary.

  • Access Control: This attribute is crucial for enforcing security and access control within the Handle System. It ensures that only authorized personnel can make significant changes to handles and their metadata.

  • Hierarchical Management: In larger organizations or systems, there may be multiple users with different levels of access. The hs_admin attribute typically allows for higher-level oversight, enabling the administration of other user permissions as well.

  • Audit and Logging: Actions taken by users with the hs_admin attribute may be logged for accountability and auditing purposes. This can help track changes and ensure compliance with organizational policies.

  • Integration with Other Systems: The hs_admin attribute can often be integrated with other identity management systems, allowing organizations to maintain consistent access control across various platforms.

More information about HS_ADMIN can be found from:

  1. HS_ADMIN Definition - The HS_ADMIN type is used to specify the administrator, identified by an identifier and offset pointing to its respective public key, as well as the authorization(s) that administrator over the identifier’s record values and prefix.
  2. The Technical manual