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SECURITY.md

Security Policy

Supported Versions

We release patches for security vulnerabilities in the following versions:

Version Supported
1.0.x
< 1.0

Reporting a Vulnerability

We take security bugs seriously. We appreciate your efforts to responsibly disclose your findings, and will make every effort to acknowledge your contributions.

How to Report a Security Vulnerability

Please do not report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues.

Instead, please report them via one of the following methods:

  1. Email: Send details to security@yourdomain.com
  2. GitHub Security Advisories: Use GitHub's private vulnerability reporting feature
  3. Direct Message: Contact maintainers directly through GitHub

What to Include

When reporting a vulnerability, please include:

  • Description: A clear description of the vulnerability
  • Steps to Reproduce: Detailed steps to reproduce the issue
  • Impact: Potential impact of the vulnerability
  • Environment: Browser, OS, and version information
  • Proof of Concept: If possible, include a minimal proof of concept
  • Suggested Fix: If you have ideas for how to fix the issue

What to Expect

  • Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge receipt of your report within 48 hours
  • Initial Assessment: We will provide an initial assessment within 5 business days
  • Regular Updates: We will keep you informed of our progress
  • Resolution: We will work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible
  • Credit: We will credit you in our security advisories (unless you prefer to remain anonymous)

Response Timeline

  • Critical vulnerabilities: 24-48 hours
  • High severity: 3-5 business days
  • Medium severity: 1-2 weeks
  • Low severity: 2-4 weeks

Security Considerations

API Proxy Security

The Retro API Debugger includes a proxy endpoint (/api/proxy) that forwards requests to external APIs. Please be aware of the following security considerations:

  • CORS Bypass: The proxy allows requests to any URL, which could be used to bypass CORS restrictions
  • Rate Limiting: No built-in rate limiting is implemented
  • Authentication: No authentication is required to use the proxy
  • Logging: Request details may be logged on the server

Recommendations for Production Use

If you plan to use this tool in a production environment:

  1. Implement Authentication: Add authentication to restrict access
  2. Add Rate Limiting: Implement rate limiting to prevent abuse
  3. URL Whitelisting: Restrict which URLs can be accessed through the proxy
  4. Input Validation: Add additional input validation
  5. Monitoring: Implement logging and monitoring
  6. HTTPS Only: Ensure all communications use HTTPS

Data Privacy

  • Local Storage: The application uses browser localStorage to persist request history
  • No Server Storage: Request data is not stored on our servers
  • Client-Side Only: All processing happens in the browser

Security Best Practices

For Users

  • HTTPS Only: Only use the tool over HTTPS connections
  • Sensitive Data: Avoid sending sensitive data through the tool
  • API Keys: Be cautious when testing APIs that require authentication
  • Network Security: Use the tool only on trusted networks

For Developers

  • Dependencies: Keep all dependencies up to date
  • Input Validation: Validate all user inputs
  • Error Handling: Implement proper error handling
  • Logging: Log security-relevant events
  • Testing: Include security testing in your development process

Security Updates

Security updates will be released as soon as possible after a vulnerability is confirmed and fixed. We will:

  1. Create a Security Advisory: Publish a GitHub Security Advisory
  2. Release a Patch: Create a new patch version with the fix
  3. Update Documentation: Update relevant documentation
  4. Notify Users: Notify users through appropriate channels

Contact

For security-related questions or concerns, please contact:

  • Email: security@yourdomain.com
  • GitHub: Use GitHub's private vulnerability reporting
  • Maintainers: Contact project maintainers directly

Acknowledgments

We would like to thank the security researchers and community members who help keep Retro API Debugger secure by responsibly disclosing vulnerabilities.

Legal

This security policy is provided for informational purposes only. By using Retro API Debugger, you agree to use it responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.


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