We actively maintain security for the following versions:

Please do not report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues.

Instead, please report security vulnerabilities to us privately:

1. GitHub Security Advisory: Use GitHub's private vulnerability reporting feature (preferred)
2. Email: Send details to repository maintainers
3. Encrypted Communication: PGP key available upon request

Please include the following information in your report:

• Description: Clear description of the vulnerability
• Impact: Potential impact and affected components
• Reproduction: Step-by-step instructions to reproduce
• Environment: Operating system, browser, and version details
• Evidence: Screenshots, logs, or proof-of-concept code
• Suggested Fix: If you have ideas for resolution

• Initial Response: Within 48 hours
• Status Update: Within 7 days
• Fix Timeline: Critical issues within 30 days, others within 90 days
• Disclosure: Coordinated disclosure after fix is available

• No Sensitive Data: Never include real credentials, API keys, or personal information
• Safe Examples: Use placeholder text like [YOUR_API_KEY] or example@company.com
• Code Review: All templates undergo security review before acceptance
• Documentation: Include security considerations in template documentation

• Review Templates: Always review templates before using in production
• Customize Safely: Replace all placeholder data with actual values
• Validate Content: Ensure templates meet your organization's security standards
• Report Issues: Report any security concerns immediately

• Data Exposure: Inadvertent inclusion of sensitive information
• Malicious Content: Links to harmful websites or resources
• Social Engineering: Templates designed to collect sensitive information
• Compliance Violations: Content that violates regulatory requirements

• Supply Chain: Ensuring template integrity and authenticity
• Access Control: Proper permissions and review processes
• Version Control: Maintaining audit trail of all changes
• Dependency Security: Monitoring for vulnerable dependencies

1. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

   • Required for all maintainers
   • Use hardware keys when possible
   • Regular security key rotation

2. Branch Protection

   • Require pull request reviews
   • Require status checks
   • Restrict push access to main branch
   • Require signed commits

3. Dependency Management

   • Regular dependency updates
   • Security scanning for vulnerabilities
   • Pin dependency versions
   • Monitor security advisories

4. Access Control

   • Principle of least privilege
   • Regular access reviews
   • Immediate revocation for departing team members
   • Audit logging for administrative actions

1. Secure Development

   • Keep local systems updated
   • Use secure communication channels
   • Follow coding best practices
   • Verify template content before submission

2. Authentication

   • Enable 2FA on GitHub account
   • Use SSH keys for repository access
   • Keep credentials secure and private
   • Regular password updates

3. Content Security

   • Review all content for sensitive information
   • Use placeholder data only
   • Validate external links and references
   • Include security warnings where appropriate

• Dependabot is configured to monitor for security vulnerabilities
• Security updates are prioritized and should be reviewed promptly
• Dependencies are updated weekly via automated PRs
• GitHub Security features (CodeQL, Secret Scanning) when enabled

• GDPR Compliance: Templates include privacy considerations
• Data Minimization: Only collect necessary information
• User Consent: Clear consent mechanisms in templates
• Data Retention: Guidelines for data retention policies

• ISO 27001: Information security management alignment
• NIST Framework: Cybersecurity framework compliance
• SOC 2: Security controls for service organizations
• Industry-Specific: Compliance with sector regulations

• Dependabot: Automated dependency updates
• Code Scanning: GitHub Advanced Security (if enabled)
• Secret Scanning: Prevents accidental credential commits
• Automated Testing: Security validation in CI/CD pipeline

1. Data Breach: Unauthorized access to sensitive information
2. Malicious Content: Harmful templates or documentation
3. Account Compromise: Unauthorized access to contributor accounts
4. Supply Chain Attack: Compromised dependencies or tools

1. Detection and Analysis

   • Immediate investigation of reported issues
   • Impact assessment and classification
   • Evidence collection and preservation

2. Containment

   • Immediate removal of malicious content
   • Temporary access restrictions if needed
   • Communication to affected users

3. Recovery

   • Fix implementation and testing
   • Restoration of normal operations
   • Enhanced monitoring and validation

4. Post-Incident

   • Root cause analysis
   • Process improvements
   • Community communication
   • Documentation updates

• Code of Conduct: Professional and respectful interactions
• Moderation: Active community moderation and support
• Reporting Mechanisms: Multiple channels for security concerns
• Education: Ongoing security awareness and training

• Contributor Verification: Identity verification for regular contributors
• Content Review: Multi-level review process for all submissions
• Reputation System: Track record of quality contributions
• Community Feedback: User ratings and feedback mechanisms

We appreciate the security research community and responsible disclosure. Contributors who report valid security issues will be:

• Acknowledged in our security advisories (with permission)
• Listed in our Hall of Fame
• Eligible for recognition rewards (when program is established)

Last Updated: January 2025
Next Review: Quarterly

This security policy is a living document and will be updated as our security posture evolves.