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SECURITY.md

Security Implementation

This document outlines the security features and measures implemented in the Playful Learner AI Guide application.

πŸ”’ Security Features Implemented

Data Protection

  • Row Level Security (RLS): Database-level access control ensuring users can only access their own data
  • Input Sanitization: DOMPurify for XSS prevention and content filtering
  • Password Validation: Strong password requirements with complexity checks
  • Content Filtering: AI-powered content moderation for inappropriate content

Authentication & Authorization

  • Supabase Auth: Secure user authentication with JWT tokens
  • Role-based Access: Different permissions for parents, children, and administrators
  • Session Management: Secure session handling with automatic token refresh
  • Multi-factor Authentication: Support for additional security layers

API Security

  • Environment Variables: Sensitive data stored securely in environment variables
  • CORS Configuration: Proper cross-origin resource sharing policies
  • Rate Limiting: Protection against API abuse and brute force attacks
  • Request Validation: All inputs validated and sanitized before processing

Frontend Security

  • Content Security Policy: XSS protection through CSP headers
  • Input Validation: Client and server-side validation for all user inputs
  • Secure Headers: HTTPS enforcement and security headers
  • Anonymous Posting: Privacy-focused forum features for user protection

πŸ›‘οΈ Security Best Practices Implemented

For Data Protection

  1. Database Security: Row Level Security policies on all tables
  2. Data Encryption: Sensitive data encrypted at rest and in transit
  3. Access Control: Principle of least privilege for all user roles
  4. Audit Logging: Track access and changes to sensitive data

For User Privacy

  1. Anonymous Features: Forum posting without revealing user identity
  2. Data Minimization: Only collect necessary user information
  3. User Consent: Clear privacy policies and user consent mechanisms
  4. Data Retention: Automatic cleanup of old data

For Application Security

  1. Dependency Scanning: Regular security audits of dependencies
  2. Code Review: Security-focused code review process
  3. Penetration Testing: Regular security assessments
  4. Incident Response: Procedures for security incident handling

πŸ” Security Monitoring

Real-time Monitoring

  • Error Tracking: Monitor for security-related errors
  • Access Logs: Track user access patterns
  • Performance Monitoring: Detect unusual activity patterns
  • Content Moderation: AI-powered content filtering

Security Alerts

  • Failed Login Attempts: Monitor for brute force attacks
  • Suspicious Activity: Detect unusual user behavior
  • System Vulnerabilities: Alert on security issues
  • Data Breach Detection: Monitor for unauthorized access

πŸ“‹ Security Checklist

Authentication

  • Secure user registration and login
  • Password strength requirements
  • JWT token management
  • Session timeout handling
  • Multi-factor authentication support

Data Protection

  • Row Level Security policies
  • Input sanitization and validation
  • Content filtering and moderation
  • Secure file upload handling
  • Data encryption in transit and at rest

Application Security

  • CORS configuration
  • Content Security Policy headers
  • Rate limiting implementation
  • Error handling without information disclosure
  • Secure environment variable management

Privacy Features

  • Anonymous posting capabilities
  • User data protection
  • GDPR compliance considerations
  • Privacy-focused design choices

🚨 Reporting Security Vulnerabilities

If you discover a security vulnerability in this project, please report it responsibly:

  1. Do not open a public GitHub issue for security vulnerabilities
  2. Submit a security advisory through GitHub's Security tab
  3. Or contact via email with details of the vulnerability
  4. Allow reasonable time for the issue to be addressed before public disclosure

What to Include in Your Report

  • Description of the vulnerability
  • Steps to reproduce the issue
  • Potential impact assessment
  • Any suggested fixes (optional)

I take security seriously and will respond to legitimate reports as quickly as possible.


Note: This document outlines the security measures implemented in the Smart Link Learning application. These features demonstrate advanced security implementation skills including authentication, authorization, data protection, and privacy considerations.

There aren’t any published security advisories