We release patches for security vulnerabilities. Which versions are eligible for receiving such patches depends on the CVSS v3.0 Rating:
| Version | Supported |
|---|---|
| 1.2.x | ✅ |
| 1.1.x | ✅ |
| 1.0.x | ❌ |
| < 1.0 | ❌ |
We take the security of MEGAGENT seriously. If you have discovered a security vulnerability, we appreciate your help in disclosing it to us in a responsible manner.
Please report security vulnerabilities by emailing the project maintainers. Do not use the public issue tracker for security vulnerabilities.
You can report security issues through:
- GitHub Security Advisories: https://github.com/ELMOURABEA/MEGAGENT/security/advisories/new
- Or open a private security advisory
Please include the following information in your report:
- Type of vulnerability
- Full paths of source file(s) related to the vulnerability
- Location of the affected source code (tag/branch/commit or direct URL)
- Any special configuration required to reproduce the issue
- Step-by-step instructions to reproduce the issue
- Proof-of-concept or exploit code (if possible)
- Impact of the issue, including how an attacker might exploit it
- We will acknowledge receipt of your vulnerability report within 48 hours
- We will provide a more detailed response within 5 business days
- We will work on a fix and keep you updated on the progress
- Once the vulnerability is fixed, we will publicly disclose it (with credit to you if desired)
When using MEGAGENT:
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API Keys: Never commit API keys to version control
- Use environment variables or secure secret management
- Rotate API keys regularly
- Use the
.env.exampleas a template
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Input Validation: The application includes input validation
- All user inputs are sanitized
- Query length limits are enforced (10,000 characters)
- Dangerous patterns are detected and blocked
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Dependencies: Keep dependencies up to date
- Run
pip install -U -r requirements.txtregularly - Monitor for security advisories
- Run
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Permissions: Use the permission system appropriately
- Grant minimal necessary permissions
- Review permission grants regularly
- Use read-only access when possible
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Database Security:
- SQLite database is local by default
- Ensure proper file permissions
- Regular backups recommended
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Network Security:
- Use HTTPS for all API communications
- Validate SSL certificates
- Consider using a VPN for sensitive operations
- API keys are stored in environment variables or configuration files
- Ensure these files have appropriate permissions (chmod 600)
- Never share configuration files containing API keys
- Research results are cached locally
- Query history is stored in the local database
- Consider data retention policies for sensitive information
- The application integrates with external AI platforms
- Each platform has its own security and privacy policies
- Review these policies before using sensitive data
MEGAGENT includes several security features:
- Input Sanitization: Automatic removal of HTML tags and dangerous patterns
- Length Validation: Queries limited to 10,000 characters
- Pattern Detection: Detection and blocking of script injections
- Permission System: Granular access control (read, write, execute, admin, full)
- Logging: Comprehensive logging for security auditing
MEGAGENT is designed with security best practices in mind, but compliance requirements may vary by jurisdiction and use case. Users are responsible for ensuring their use of MEGAGENT complies with applicable laws and regulations.
Security updates will be released as needed and announced through:
- GitHub Security Advisories
- Release notes
- CHANGELOG.md
Stay informed by:
- Watching the repository for releases
- Enabling GitHub security alerts
- Subscribing to release notifications
For security-related questions or concerns, please contact the maintainers through GitHub.
Thank you for helping keep MEGAGENT and its users safe!