We actively support the following versions with security updates:

• JWT Authentication: Secure token-based authentication with rotation
• OAuth Integration: Google and GitHub OAuth 2.0 support
• Role-Based Access: Admin and user permission levels
• Password Security: Argon2 hashing with salt for maximum security

• Rate Limiting: Configurable request rate limits
• CORS Protection: Cross-origin request security
• Input Validation: Comprehensive data sanitization with Zod
• API Key Management: Secure API key generation and validation

• HTTPS Enforcement: Automatic SSL/TLS with Caddy
• Docker Security: Multi-stage builds with minimal attack surface
• Environment Isolation: Secure environment variable management
• Database Security: Parameterized queries preventing SQL injection

We take security seriously. If you discover a security vulnerability, please follow these steps:

• Email: security@dxbmark.com
• Subject: [SECURITY] LicenseGate Vulnerability Report
• Encryption: PGP key available on request

• Go to the Security tab
• Click "Report a vulnerability"
• Fill out the private vulnerability report

• Description: Clear description of the vulnerability
• Impact: Potential impact and affected components
• Reproduction: Step-by-step reproduction instructions
• Environment: Version, OS, and configuration details
• Proof of Concept: Code or screenshots (if applicable)

• Initial Response: Within 24 hours
• Vulnerability Assessment: Within 72 hours
• Fix Development: 1-7 days (depending on severity)
• Security Release: As soon as fix is ready and tested

• Remote code execution
• Authentication bypass
• Data breach potential
• Response Time: Immediate (within 24 hours)

• Privilege escalation
• Sensitive data exposure
• Response Time: Within 72 hours

• Information disclosure
• Denial of service
• Response Time: Within 1 week

• Minor information leaks
• Response Time: Within 2 weeks

We appreciate security researchers who help keep LicenseGate secure:

No vulnerabilities reported yet - be the first!

• Critical: Public recognition + $100 bounty
• High: Public recognition + $50 bounty
• Medium: Public recognition
• Low: Public recognition

Bounties are subject to verification and responsible disclosure

1. Use HTTPS: Always deploy with SSL/TLS certificates
2. Secure Environment Variables: Never commit secrets to version control
3. Regular Updates: Keep dependencies and system packages updated
4. Database Security: Use strong passwords and restrict network access
5. Backup Security: Encrypt backups and store securely

# Strong JWT secret (minimum 32 characters)
JWT_SECRET=your-super-secure-random-string-min-32-chars

# Secure database connection
DATABASE_URL=mysql://user:strong-password@localhost:3306/licensegate

# SMTP security
SMTP_USERNAME=your-secure-email@domain.com
SMTP_PASSWORD=your-app-specific-password

• Use HTTPS redirect URIs only
• Regularly rotate OAuth client secrets
• Monitor OAuth application permissions
• Implement proper scope restrictions

• Dependency Scanning: Automated vulnerability scanning with npm audit
• Code Analysis: Static analysis for security issues
• Penetration Testing: Regular security assessments
• Access Reviews: Periodic review of user permissions

• Failed Login Attempts: Monitoring and alerting
• API Rate Limiting: Automatic blocking of suspicious activity
• Audit Logging: Comprehensive activity logging
• Error Monitoring: Security-relevant error tracking

• OWASP Top 10
• Node.js Security Best Practices
• Docker Security

• npm audit
• Snyk
• OWASP ZAP

For security-related questions or concerns:

• Security Team: security@dxbmark.com
• General Contact: support@dxbmark.com
• GitHub: @TariqSaid

Last Updated: November 6, 2024
Security Policy Version: 1.0
Next Review: February 6, 2025