From eddf27926aa4992beaa0973c30310bf1090f9d3e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: anurag singh <140162738+anurag6569201@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Sat, 18 May 2024 17:20:06 +0530 Subject: [PATCH] Create SECURITY.md --- SECURITY.md | 43 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 43 insertions(+) create mode 100644 SECURITY.md diff --git a/SECURITY.md b/SECURITY.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..4f3d7aa --- /dev/null +++ b/SECURITY.md @@ -0,0 +1,43 @@ +# Security Policy + +## Reporting a Vulnerability + +If you discover a security vulnerability in our project, please report it to us as follows: + +- **Email**: [security@example.com](mailto:security@example.com) +- **Issue Tracker**: [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/SiddharthBahuguna/NEWS-AGGREGATOR-PROJECT/issues) (for non-sensitive information only) + +Please include as much detail as possible in your report, including: +- The type of issue +- Steps to reproduce the issue +- The potential impact of the vulnerability +- Any possible fixes you might have in mind + +### What to Expect + +- **Acknowledgment**: We will acknowledge receipt of your vulnerability report within 48 hours. +- **Initial Response**: Within 72 hours, we will provide an initial assessment of the vulnerability and outline the next steps. +- **Updates**: We will provide updates on the status of your report at least every 7 days. +- **Resolution**: We aim to resolve confirmed vulnerabilities within 30 days. If this is not possible, we will provide an updated timeline. + +### Handling of Reports + +- **Accepted Reports**: If we accept the vulnerability report, we will work with you to ensure a fix is developed and implemented. We will coordinate a public disclosure with you once the issue is resolved. +- **Declined Reports**: If we decline the report, we will provide you with a detailed explanation of why we believe it is not a security issue. + +## Public Disclosure Policy + +We believe in responsible disclosure. We will work with security researchers to ensure vulnerabilities are patched before public disclosure. Details of the vulnerability will be disclosed after a fix has been released, or after we have determined that the issue is not a security risk. + +## Security Updates + +To stay informed about security updates, please: +- Subscribe to our [security mailing list](http://example.com/security-updates) + +## Security Best Practices + +To help ensure the security of your deployments: +- Always use the latest version of our software. +- Regularly update requirements to their latest secure versions. + +Thank you for helping to keep our project secure!