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SECURITY.md

Security Policy

Supported Versions

This section indicates which versions of the project are currently supported with security updates.

Version Supported
1.0.x
< 1.0

Reporting a Vulnerability

If you discover a security vulnerability in our project, please report it to us immediately so we can take the necessary steps.

How to Report

  1. Direct Contact: Contact with me on ismola.dev with the details of the vulnerability.
  2. Detailed Description: Provide a clear and detailed description of the vulnerability, including steps to reproduce it.
  3. Contact Information: Include your contact information so we can reach out to you if we need further details.

What to Expect

  • Initial Response: You will receive an acknowledgment within 48 hours.
  • Evaluation: Our team will assess the vulnerability and inform you of its status.
  • Updates: We will keep you informed about the progress and actions taken.
  • Acknowledgement: If the vulnerability is accepted, we will credit you in our acknowledgments list (unless you prefer to remain anonymous).

Disclosure Process

  • Responsible Disclosure: Do not disclose the vulnerability publicly until we have had the opportunity to fix it and release an update.
  • Fix Timeline: We will strive to address the vulnerability and release an update within a reasonable timeframe.

Security Concerns

Given that this project uses Selenium, Flask, and Docker, here are some specific areas of security concern:

Selenium

  • Access Control: Ensure that access to the automated browser is restricted and not publicly exposed.
  • File Downloads: Handle downloaded files carefully to avoid executing malicious code.
  • Browser Configuration: Use security options like --no-sandbox and --disable-dev-shm-usage to minimize risks.

Flask

  • Authentication: Ensure that authentication tokens are handled securely and not exposed in code or logs.
  • Endpoint Protection: All endpoints should be protected with proper authentication and authorization.
  • Error Handling: Avoid exposing sensitive information in error messages.

Docker

  • Docker Images: Use official Docker images and keep them updated to avoid known vulnerabilities.
  • Environment Variables: Ensure sensitive environment variables are not exposed in configuration files or logs.
  • Container Permissions: Run containers with the least privileges necessary to reduce the risk of privilege escalation.

Security Best Practices

  • Dependency Maintenance: Keep all dependencies updated to benefit from the latest security patches.
  • Code Reviews: Conduct regular code reviews to identify and fix potential vulnerabilities.
  • Continuous Monitoring: Implement monitoring tools to detect and respond to suspicious activities in real-time.

Acknowledgments

We thank everyone who responsibly reports vulnerabilities. Your help is invaluable in maintaining the security of our project.


This file is adapted from various open-source security policies. Feel free to modify it according to your project's specific needs.

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