Security
Overview
This document outlines the security considerations for this project. We strive to prioritize security throughout the development process.
Secure Coding Practices
- Input Validation: All user inputs should be carefully validated to prevent injection attacks. This includes sanitizing inputs to remove potentially harmful characters.
- Output Encoding: Outputs should be properly encoded to prevent cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities. This ensures that user-provided content is displayed safely.
- Authentication and Authorization: Implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms to protect sensitive data and resources. Strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and granular access controls are essential.
- Secure Configuration: Ensure that all configurations are properly secured and hardened. This includes minimizing attack surface, disabling unnecessary features, and implementing secure defaults.
- Data Encryption: Sensitive data should be encrypted both in transit and at rest. This helps protect data from unauthorized access.
- Secure Logging: Implement secure logging practices to monitor system activity, identify suspicious patterns, and aid in incident response.
- Regular Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
Vulnerability Management
- Vulnerability Scanning: Regularly scan the codebase for known vulnerabilities using automated tools.
- Security Patching: Promptly apply security patches and updates to address discovered vulnerabilities.
- Bug Bounty Programs: Consider establishing a bug bounty program to incentivize security researchers to report vulnerabilities.
Security Testing
- Penetration Testing: Conduct penetration testing to simulate real-world attack scenarios and assess the effectiveness of security controls.
- Fuzzing: Employ fuzzing techniques to test the robustness of the codebase against unexpected inputs.
Security Awareness Training
- Security Awareness Training: Provide security awareness training to developers and other team members to promote best practices and foster a security-conscious culture.
