HellcatAPI is a fast HTTP server framework designed for authorized web application development, security testing, and educational purposes. Similar to FastAPI and Flask, this tool is intended for legitimate development and testing scenarios.

Security updates and vulnerability patches are provided for the following versions:

If you discover a security vulnerability in HellcatAPI:

1. DO NOT open a public GitHub issue
2. DO NOT post vulnerability details on social media or public forums
3. Email privately to: anonymous.matrixtm26.dev@gmail.com

Please provide:

• Detailed description of the vulnerability
• Steps to reproduce the issue
• Potential impact and severity assessment
• Your contact information (name, email, organization if applicable)
• Any proof-of-concept code (if available)

• Initial Response: Within 48 hours of report submission
• Vulnerability Assessment: Within 5 business days
• Fix Development: Varies based on severity (1-4 weeks typically)
• Public Disclosure: Coordinated with reporter, typically 90 days after fix release

• Email: anonymous.matrixtm26.dev@gmail.com

HellcatAPI follows responsible disclosure practices:

1. Report vulnerabilities privately before any public disclosure
2. Allow reasonable time for the development team to create a fix
3. Coordinate timing for public disclosure with project maintainers
4. Avoid unnecessary details in public disclosures that could aid malicious actors
5. Credit will be given to researchers who follow responsible disclosure

1. We will acknowledge all security reports promptly
2. We will provide transparency on the vulnerability and fix status
3. We will credit responsible reporters (with their permission)
4. We will issue security advisories and updates in a timely manner
5. We will not take legal action against security researchers operating in good faith

This project is designed and intended for:

• Web Application Development

  • Building REST APIs and web applications
  • Rapid prototyping and development
  • Educational framework learning

• Security Testing

  • Authorized penetration testing of web applications
  • Testing on systems you own or have explicit authorization for
  • Professional security assessments under contract

• Educational Purposes

  • Learning HTTP server frameworks
  • Understanding web application architecture
  • Training for developers and security professionals

This project is NOT intended for and MUST NOT be used for:

• Malicious Web Services

  • Hosting phishing websites
  • Hosting malware or exploit distribution
  • Command and control infrastructure

• Unauthorized Access

  • Building tools to bypass security controls
  • Unauthorized reconnaissance

• Illegal Activities

  • Any activities that violate local, national, or international laws
  • Cybercrime or financial fraud

HellcatAPI is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied.

The authors and maintainers of HellcatAPI are NOT responsible for:

1. Any damage, data loss, or system compromise caused by the use of this tool
2. Misuse of this project for unauthorized or illegal purposes
3. Any criminal or civil liability arising from the user's actions
4. Any violations of applicable laws and regulations

By downloading, installing, or using HellcatAPI, you acknowledge and agree that:

1. You are solely responsible for all activities and consequences of using this software
2. You will use this tool only for legitimate purposes
3. You understand that misuse may violate laws and regulations
4. You will comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies
5. You hold harmless the authors, maintainers, and contributors from any liability
6. You will not use this tool for any illegal, unethical, or malicious purposes

The use of this project may be subject to local, national, and international laws, including but not limited to:

• Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) - United States
• Computer Misuse Act 1990 - United Kingdom
• Criminal Code - Canada
• Penal Code provisions - European countries
• Cybercrime laws - Other jurisdictions

Users are responsible for understanding and complying with applicable laws in their jurisdiction.

1. Input Validation: Always validate and sanitize user inputs
2. Authentication & Authorization: Implement proper access controls
3. HTTPS: Use encrypted communications (SSL/TLS)
4. Logging & Monitoring: Implement comprehensive logging of all activities
5. Updates: Keep all components and dependencies up to date
6. Security Headers: Implement appropriate HTTP security headers
7. Rate Limiting: Implement rate limiting to prevent abuse

• Email: anonymous.matrixtm26.dev@gmail.com
• GitHub: @MatrixTM26
• Response Time: 48 hours maximum

Security researchers who responsibly report vulnerabilities may be credited as follows:

• In security advisories (with permission)
• In release notes (with permission)
• As contributors in the repository (upon request)

• Version: 1.0
• Last Updated: June 4, 2026
• Effective Date: June 4, 2026

Last Modified: June 4, 2026 Maintainer: @MatrixTM26