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Security Policy

Supported Versions

Version Supported
0.1.x ✅

Reporting a Vulnerability

Please do not report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues.

If you discover a security vulnerability, please send an email to the maintainers with:

  • A description of the vulnerability
  • Steps to reproduce the issue
  • Potential impact assessment
  • Any suggested fixes or mitigations

What to Expect

  • Initial Response: We aim to respond within 48 hours
  • Status Updates: We'll provide regular updates on our progress
  • Resolution: We'll work with you to understand and resolve the issue
  • Disclosure: We'll coordinate public disclosure after a fix is available

Security Considerations

Database Security

  • All database credentials are encrypted at rest
  • Connection strings use SSL/TLS when available
  • Parameterized queries prevent SQL injection
  • Connection pooling includes timeout and retry logic

API Security

  • JWT tokens for authentication
  • Rate limiting to prevent abuse
  • Input validation using Zod schemas
  • CORS protection configured
  • Security headers via Helmet.js

AI Integration Security

  • OpenAI API keys stored securely
  • No sensitive data sent to AI services
  • Input sanitization for AI queries
  • Response validation and filtering

Infrastructure Security

  • Environment variables for sensitive configuration
  • No hardcoded secrets in source code
  • Regular dependency security scanning
  • Automated security updates

Security Best Practices

When contributing to Altus 4:

  1. Never commit secrets - Use environment variables
  2. Validate all inputs - Use proper validation schemas
  3. Use parameterized queries - Prevent SQL injection
  4. Implement proper authentication - Follow JWT best practices
  5. Keep dependencies updated - Monitor for security advisories
  6. Follow secure coding practices - Review code for vulnerabilities

Automated Security Measures

  • GitHub CodeQL - Static analysis for vulnerability detection
  • Snyk Scanning - Dependency vulnerability scanning
  • npm audit - Package vulnerability checking
  • Dependabot - Automated security updates
  • Secret scanning - Prevent accidental secret commits

Security Hardening

Production Deployment

  • Use environment-specific configurations
  • Enable all security middleware
  • Configure proper CORS origins
  • Use HTTPS/SSL certificates
  • Implement proper logging and monitoring
  • Regular security assessments

Database Hardening

  • Use dedicated database users with minimal privileges
  • Enable MySQL SSL connections
  • Regular backup and recovery testing
  • Monitor for unusual query patterns
  • Implement connection rate limiting

Thank you for helping keep Altus 4 secure!

There aren’t any published security advisories