# SECURITY.md - VERSATIL SDLC Framework Security Policy

## 🛡️ Security Overview

The VERSATIL SDLC Framework takes security seriously and implements multiple layers of protection to ensure your development environment and deployed applications remain secure.

## 🚨 Reporting Security Vulnerabilities

### Immediate Response Protocol

If you discover a security vulnerability, please follow these steps:

1. **DO NOT** create a public GitHub issue
2. **DO NOT** share the vulnerability publicly
3. **DO** email us immediately at: `security@versatil-framework.com`
4. **DO** include as much detail as possible

### What to Include in Your Report

```yaml
Security Report Template:
  - Vulnerability Type: [XSS, SQL Injection, CSRF, etc.]
  - Affected Component: [Agent name, file path, service]
  - Impact Level: [Critical, High, Medium, Low]
  - Steps to Reproduce: [Detailed reproduction steps]
  - Proof of Concept: [Code snippet or screenshot]
  - Suggested Fix: [If you have recommendations]
  - Your Contact: [Email for follow-up questions]
```

### Response Timeline

- **Initial Response**: Within 24 hours
- **Impact Assessment**: Within 48 hours
- **Fix Development**: Within 1-7 days (depending on severity)
- **Public Disclosure**: After fix is released and tested

## 🛡️ Security Standards

The VERSATIL framework implements enterprise-grade security practices:

### Marcus-Backend Security Features
- **Input Validation**: All user inputs are validated and sanitized
- **Authentication**: Secure authentication mechanisms with JWT tokens
- **Authorization**: Role-based access control (RBAC)
- **Encryption**: Data encryption in transit and at rest
- **Security Headers**: Comprehensive security headers implementation
- **OWASP Compliance**: Following OWASP Top 10 security guidelines

### Maria-QA Security Testing
- **Automated Security Scans**: Regular vulnerability assessments
- **Dependency Scanning**: Continuous monitoring of package vulnerabilities
- **Static Code Analysis**: Security-focused code review
- **Penetration Testing**: Regular security testing protocols
- **Compliance Validation**: Security standard compliance verification

## 📋 Supported Versions

| Version | Supported          | Security Updates |
| ------- | ------------------ | ---------------- |
| 1.0.x   | ✅ Yes             | ✅ Active        |
| < 1.0   | ❌ No              | ❌ Discontinued  |

## 🚨 Reporting a Vulnerability

### Immediate Response Required
If you discover a security vulnerability in the VERSATIL SDLC Framework, please report it responsibly:

#### 📧 Security Contact
- **Email**: security@versatil-platform.com
- **Subject**: [SECURITY] Vulnerability Report - VERSATIL SDLC Framework
- **Encryption**: Use our PGP key for sensitive reports

#### 🔒 PGP Public Key
```
-----BEGIN PGP PUBLIC KEY BLOCK-----
[PGP Key would be here in production]
-----END PGP PUBLIC KEY BLOCK-----
```

### 📝 Report Format
Please include the following information in your security report:

```markdown
## Vulnerability Report

### Basic Information
- **Reporter**: [Your name/organization]
- **Date**: [Date of discovery]
- **Severity**: [Critical/High/Medium/Low]
- **Component**: [Which agent/component is affected]

### Vulnerability Details
- **Type**: [XSS, SQL Injection, CSRF, etc.]
- **Location**: [File path and line number if applicable]
- **Description**: [Detailed description of the vulnerability]

### Reproduction Steps
1. Step one
2. Step two
3. Step three

### Impact Assessment
- **Confidentiality**: [High/Medium/Low/None]
- **Integrity**: [High/Medium/Low/None]
- **Availability**: [High/Medium/Low/None]
- **Scope**: [Which systems/users are affected]

### Proof of Concept
[Include screenshots, code snippets, or reproduction scripts]

### Suggested Fix
[If you have suggestions for remediation]
```

## ⏱️ Response Timeline

We are committed to responding to security reports promptly:

| Severity | Initial Response | Investigation | Fix Timeline |
|----------|------------------|---------------|--------------|
| Critical | 2 hours          | 24 hours      | 48 hours     |
| High     | 8 hours          | 72 hours      | 1 week       |
| Medium   | 24 hours         | 1 week        | 2 weeks      |
| Low      | 72 hours         | 2 weeks       | 1 month      |

### Response Process
1. **Acknowledgment**: We confirm receipt of your report
2. **Initial Assessment**: We evaluate the severity and impact
3. **Investigation**: Our security team investigates the issue
4. **Remediation**: We develop and test a fix
5. **Disclosure**: We coordinate responsible disclosure
6. **Recognition**: We acknowledge your contribution (if desired)

## 🛡️ Security Best Practices

### For Framework Users

#### Maria-QA Security Testing
```bash
# Run comprehensive security scan
npm run maria:security

# Check for vulnerable dependencies
npm run marcus:vulnerability-scan

# Validate security headers
npm run marcus:security-headers

# Run OWASP security tests
npm run maria:owasp-scan
```

#### Marcus-Backend Security Configuration
```javascript
// Security middleware configuration
app.use(helmet({
  contentSecurityPolicy: {
    directives: {
      defaultSrc: ["'self'"],
      styleSrc: ["'self'", "'unsafe-inline'"],
      scriptSrc: ["'self'"],
      imgSrc: ["'self'", "data:", "https:"],
    },
  },
  hsts: {
    maxAge: 31536000,
    includeSubDomains: true,
    preload: true
  }
}));

// Input validation
const validateInput = (input) => {
  // Implement proper input validation
  return sanitize(input);
};
```

#### James-Frontend Security Practices
```javascript
// XSS Prevention
const sanitizeHTML = (html) => {
  return DOMPurify.sanitize(html);
};

// Content Security Policy
<meta http-equiv="Content-Security-Policy"
      content="default-src 'self'; script-src 'self'" />

// Secure cookie handling
document.cookie = "session=value; Secure; HttpOnly; SameSite=Strict";
```

### For Framework Development

#### Secure Development Lifecycle
1. **Security by Design**: Consider security from project inception
2. **Threat Modeling**: Identify potential security threats
3. **Secure Coding**: Follow secure coding guidelines
4. **Code Review**: Security-focused peer reviews
5. **Testing**: Comprehensive security testing
6. **Monitoring**: Continuous security monitoring

#### Dependency Management
```bash
# Regular dependency audits
npm audit

# Update vulnerable packages
npm audit fix

# Check for known vulnerabilities
npm run marcus:dependency-check
```

## 🔍 Security Monitoring

### Automated Security Scans
The framework includes automated security monitoring:

```yaml
# GitHub Actions Security Workflow
security-scan:
  runs-on: ubuntu-latest
  steps:
    - name: Security Audit
      run: npm audit --audit-level high

    - name: Dependency Vulnerability Scan
      run: npm run security:scan

    - name: Code Security Analysis
      uses: github/super-linter@v4
      with:
        default_branch: main
        github_token: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
```

### Security Metrics
We track security metrics including:
- Vulnerability discovery and remediation time
- Security test coverage
- Dependency vulnerability counts
- Security header compliance
- Authentication/authorization test results

## 🚨 Security Incident Response

### Incident Classification
- **P0 - Critical**: Active exploitation, data breach, system compromise
- **P1 - High**: Potential for exploitation, significant impact
- **P2 - Medium**: Limited impact, requires attention
- **P3 - Low**: Minor security concern, long-term fix

### Response Team
- **Security Lead**: Coordinates incident response
- **Marcus-Backend**: Backend security assessment
- **Maria-QA**: Security testing and validation
- **Sarah-PM**: Communication and coordination
- **Development Team**: Technical remediation

### Communication Plan
1. **Internal Notification**: Security team and stakeholders
2. **User Notification**: Affected users and customers
3. **Public Disclosure**: Responsible disclosure timeline
4. **Post-Incident Report**: Lessons learned and improvements

## 📚 Security Resources

### Educational Materials
- [OWASP Top 10](https://owasp.org/www-project-top-ten/)
- [Node.js Security Best Practices](https://nodejs.org/en/docs/guides/security/)
- [React Security Guide](https://reactjs.org/docs/dom-elements.html#dangerouslysetinnerhtml)
- [Web Security Fundamentals](https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/Security)

### Security Tools Integration
- **ESLint Security Plugin**: Automated security linting
- **Snyk**: Dependency vulnerability scanning
- **OWASP ZAP**: Web application security testing
- **SonarQube**: Static code security analysis
- **npm audit**: Package vulnerability checking

### Framework Security Features
```javascript
// Built-in security utilities
import { sanitizeInput, validateCSRF, encryptData } from 'versatil-security';

// Secure API endpoint template
app.post('/api/secure-endpoint',
  validateCSRF,
  sanitizeInput,
  authenticateUser,
  authorizeAction,
  handleRequest
);
```

## 🏆 Security Recognition

We appreciate security researchers who help improve our framework:

### Hall of Fame
- Thank you to all security researchers who have responsibly disclosed vulnerabilities
- Recognition is provided with permission of the reporter
- Monetary rewards may be available for critical vulnerabilities

### Responsible Disclosure
We follow responsible disclosure practices:
- **90-day disclosure timeline** for non-critical vulnerabilities
- **Immediate disclosure** for actively exploited vulnerabilities
- **Coordinated disclosure** with affected parties
- **Public acknowledgment** of security researchers (with permission)

## 📞 Contact Information

### Security Team
- **Primary Contact**: security@versatil-platform.com
- **Backup Contact**: security-backup@versatil-platform.com
- **Phone**: +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX (for critical issues only)

### Business Hours
- **Response Time**: 24/7 for critical issues
- **Business Hours**: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM UTC
- **Emergency Contact**: Available for P0/P1 incidents

## 📝 Security Changelog

### v1.0.0 Security Features
- Initial security framework implementation
- OWASP Top 10 compliance
- Automated security testing integration
- Secure development lifecycle establishment
- Security monitoring and alerting setup

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**🔒 Security is a shared responsibility. Thank you for helping keep VERSATIL SDLC Framework secure!**

**Last Updated**: January 15, 2024
**Next Review**: March 15, 2024

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