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Security Policy

Supported Versions

We release patches for security vulnerabilities in the following versions:

Version Supported
1.x.x
< 1.0

Reporting a Vulnerability

We take security vulnerabilities seriously. If you discover a security vulnerability, please follow these steps:

1. DO NOT create a public GitHub issue

Security vulnerabilities should not be disclosed publicly until they have been addressed.

2. Email us directly

Send an email to: [email protected]

3. Include the following information

  • Description: A clear description of the vulnerability
  • Steps to reproduce: Detailed steps to reproduce the issue
  • Potential impact: What could an attacker do with this vulnerability?
  • Affected versions: Which versions are affected?
  • Suggested fix: If you have ideas for a fix, please include them

4. What to expect

  • Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge receipt of your report within 48 hours
  • Investigation: We will investigate the issue and provide updates within 7 days
  • Resolution: We will work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible
  • Credit: We will credit you in our security advisories (unless you prefer to remain anonymous)

Security Best Practices

For Users

  • Always use the latest version of the software
  • Keep your dependencies updated
  • Use strong, unique passwords
  • Enable two-factor authentication where available
  • Regularly review your access permissions

For Developers

  • Follow secure coding practices
  • Keep dependencies updated
  • Use environment variables for sensitive configuration
  • Implement proper input validation
  • Use HTTPS in production
  • Regular security audits

Security Features

This project includes several security features:

  • Rate Limiting: API endpoints are rate-limited to prevent abuse
  • CORS Protection: Configurable CORS settings
  • Security Headers: Helmet middleware for security headers
  • Input Validation: Express-validator for request validation
  • File Upload Security: File type and size validation
  • Authentication: Secure authentication mechanisms
  • Environment Variables: Sensitive data stored in environment variables

Security Updates

Security updates will be released as soon as possible after a vulnerability is discovered and fixed. We will:

  • Release a patch version with the fix
  • Update the security advisory
  • Notify users through appropriate channels
  • Credit the reporter (unless they prefer anonymity)

Contact

For security-related questions or concerns, please contact:

Acknowledgments

We thank the security researchers and community members who help keep our software secure by responsibly disclosing vulnerabilities.

License

This security policy is part of our commitment to maintaining a secure and trustworthy software ecosystem.

There aren’t any published security advisories