Permit.io

io addresses the challenge of managing permissions and authorization for AI agents, particularly in environments where traditional identity and access management systems fall short. The platform is designed to control the actions of AI agents in real time, ensuring that permissions are enforced precisely at the moment actions are attempted, across all connected systems. This approach responds to the unique risks posed by AI agents, which are described as ephemeral, unpredictable, and susceptible to prompt-based behavior changes that can introduce security vulnerabilities.

The service offers solutions for various authorization models, including RBAC (role-based access control), ABAC (attribute-based access control), and ReBAC (relationship-based access control). Key features highlighted include a policy engine for defining and enforcing permissions, audit logs for tracking actions, and a CLI for interacting with the platform.

io is positioned as a tool for teams tasked with securing sensitive systems, with particular reference to sectors such as enterprise, fintech, healthcare, and government. The platform emphasizes the need for action-based authorization rather than relying on static API keys or standing permissions, and it aims to provide visibility into which agent is acting, on whose behalf, and in what context.

io is described as a control plane for agentic identity and fine-grained authorization, tailored to the security needs of organizations deploying AI agents in critical applications.