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SECURITY.md

Security Policy

Supported Versions

We actively support the following versions of the iPhone App with security updates:

Version Supported
1.0.x

Reporting a Vulnerability

The iPhone App team takes security seriously. If you discover a security vulnerability, we appreciate your help in disclosing it to us in a responsible manner.

How to Report

Please do NOT report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues.

Instead, please send an email to: security@tozsolutions.com

Include the following information in your report:

  1. Vulnerability Description: A clear description of the vulnerability
  2. Steps to Reproduce: Detailed steps to reproduce the issue
  3. Impact Assessment: Your assessment of the potential impact
  4. Affected Versions: Which versions are affected
  5. Proof of Concept: If possible, include a minimal proof of concept
  6. Suggested Fix: If you have ideas for fixing the issue

What to Expect

  • Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge receipt of your report within 24 hours
  • Initial Response: We will provide an initial response within 72 hours
  • Investigation: We will investigate and validate the vulnerability
  • Resolution: We will work on a fix and coordinate disclosure timing with you
  • Credit: We will credit you in our security advisories (unless you prefer to remain anonymous)

Security Measures

Application Security

The iPhone App includes several security measures:

  • Helmet.js: Comprehensive security headers
  • Content Security Policy: Prevents XSS attacks
  • CORS Configuration: Controlled cross-origin requests
  • Input Validation: Server-side validation of all inputs
  • Rate Limiting: Protection against brute force attacks
  • Secure Error Handling: No sensitive information in error responses

Infrastructure Security

  • HTTPS Enforcement: All production traffic uses HTTPS
  • Docker Security: Non-root user, minimal attack surface
  • Environment Variables: Sensitive data stored securely
  • Dependency Scanning: Regular security audits of dependencies

PWA Security

  • Service Worker Security: Secure service worker implementation
  • Manifest Security: Properly configured PWA manifest
  • Offline Security: Secure offline data handling

Security Headers

The application implements the following security headers:

Content-Security-Policy: default-src 'self'; style-src 'self' 'unsafe-inline'; script-src 'self'
X-Frame-Options: DENY
X-Content-Type-Options: nosniff
X-XSS-Protection: 1; mode=block
Strict-Transport-Security: max-age=31536000; includeSubDomains

Best Practices for Contributors

Code Security

  1. Input Validation: Always validate and sanitize user inputs
  2. Output Encoding: Properly encode outputs to prevent XSS
  3. Authentication: Implement proper authentication mechanisms
  4. Authorization: Ensure proper access controls
  5. Secure Storage: Never store sensitive data in plain text
  6. Error Handling: Don't expose sensitive information in errors

Dependencies

  1. Regular Updates: Keep dependencies up to date
  2. Security Audits: Run npm audit regularly
  3. Minimal Dependencies: Only include necessary dependencies
  4. Source Verification: Verify the integrity of third-party packages

Client-Side Security

  1. HTTPS Only: Ensure all requests use HTTPS in production
  2. Sensitive Data: Don't store sensitive data in localStorage
  3. CSP Compliance: Ensure JavaScript complies with CSP
  4. XSS Prevention: Use proper DOM manipulation techniques

Vulnerability Disclosure Timeline

  1. Day 0: Vulnerability reported
  2. Day 1: Acknowledgment sent to reporter
  3. Day 3: Initial assessment completed
  4. Day 7: Detailed investigation and fix development
  5. Day 14: Fix tested and reviewed
  6. Day 21: Security patch released
  7. Day 28: Public disclosure (if appropriate)

Security Advisories

Security advisories will be published:

  • On our GitHub repository's Security tab
  • In release notes for security patches
  • Via email to maintainers and contributors

iPhone-Specific Security Considerations

iOS Safari Security

  • Webkit Security: Follow WebKit security best practices
  • Touch Events: Secure handling of touch interactions
  • Viewport Security: Proper viewport configuration
  • URL Scheme Handling: Secure handling of custom URL schemes

PWA Security on iOS

  • App Store Guidelines: Compliance with Apple's security requirements
  • Local Storage: Secure handling of local data storage
  • Background Sync: Secure implementation of background operations
  • Push Notifications: Secure push notification handling

Automated Security Measures

CI/CD Security

  • Dependency Scanning: Automated vulnerability scanning
  • Code Analysis: Static code analysis for security issues
  • Container Scanning: Docker image vulnerability scanning
  • Secrets Detection: Prevention of secret leakage in code

Monitoring

  • Error Tracking: Monitoring for potential security issues
  • Performance Monitoring: Detection of suspicious patterns
  • Access Logging: Comprehensive request logging
  • Intrusion Detection: Monitoring for attack patterns

Security Tools and Resources

Development Tools

  • ESLint Security Plugin: Automated security linting
  • npm audit: Dependency vulnerability scanning
  • OWASP ZAP: Security testing tool
  • Lighthouse: Security audit capabilities

Educational Resources

  • OWASP Top 10: Web application security risks
  • MDN Security: Web security documentation
  • Apple Security: iOS security guidelines
  • PWA Security: Progressive Web App security best practices

Contact Information

For security-related inquiries:

  • Email: security@tozsolutions.com
  • Response Time: Within 24 hours
  • Emergency Contact: For critical vulnerabilities requiring immediate attention

Bug Bounty Program

Currently, we do not have a formal bug bounty program. However, we greatly appreciate security researchers who responsibly disclose vulnerabilities and will:

  • Acknowledge your contribution publicly (with your permission)
  • Provide a detailed response about the issue and fix
  • Consider featuring your research in our security documentation

Thank you for helping keep the iPhone App and our users safe! 🔒📱

There aren’t any published security advisories