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SECURITY.md

Security Policy

Supported Versions

We actively support the following versions with security updates:

Version Supported Status
1.0.x Current stable release
< 1.0 Pre-release versions

Reporting a Vulnerability

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

1. Do Not Create a Public Issue

Please do not report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues, discussions, or pull requests.

2. Report Privately

Send an email to the project maintainers with the following information:

  • Subject: [SECURITY] Vulnerability Report for go-graphql-example
  • Description: A clear description of the vulnerability
  • Steps to Reproduce: Detailed steps to reproduce the issue
  • Impact: Assessment of the potential impact
  • Suggested Fix: If you have suggestions for fixing the issue

3. Response Timeline

  • Initial Response: We will acknowledge receipt within 48 hours
  • Investigation: We will investigate and provide an initial assessment within 5 business days
  • Resolution: We aim to resolve critical vulnerabilities within 30 days
  • Disclosure: We will coordinate responsible disclosure with you

4. What to Expect

If the vulnerability is accepted:

  • We will work with you to understand and resolve the issue
  • We will create a security advisory
  • We will release a patch as soon as possible
  • We will credit you in the security advisory (unless you prefer to remain anonymous)

If the vulnerability is declined:

  • We will provide a detailed explanation of why we don't consider it a security issue
  • We may suggest alternative ways to address your concerns

Security Best Practices

When using this project, please follow these security best practices:

Database Security

  • Use strong, unique passwords for database connections
  • Enable SSL/TLS for database connections in production
  • Regularly update database credentials
  • Implement proper database access controls

Configuration Security

  • Never commit sensitive configuration values to version control
  • Use environment variables for sensitive data
  • Regularly rotate API keys and secrets
  • Implement proper access controls for configuration files

Docker Security

  • Regularly update base images
  • Scan images for vulnerabilities
  • Use non-root users in containers (already implemented)
  • Implement proper network segmentation

GraphQL Security

  • Implement query complexity analysis
  • Set appropriate query depth limits
  • Use proper authentication and authorization
  • Validate and sanitize all inputs

General Security

  • Keep dependencies up to date
  • Regularly audit dependencies for vulnerabilities
  • Implement proper logging and monitoring
  • Use HTTPS in production environments

Security Features

This project includes several security features:

  • Non-root Docker containers: Containers run as non-privileged users
  • Input validation: GraphQL inputs are validated and sanitized
  • Structured logging: Security events are properly logged
  • Health checks: Built-in monitoring for security-relevant components
  • Dependency management: Regular dependency updates and vulnerability scanning

Security Audits

We recommend regular security audits for production deployments:

  • Code Review: Regular security-focused code reviews
  • Dependency Scanning: Automated scanning for vulnerable dependencies
  • Container Scanning: Regular scanning of Docker images
  • Penetration Testing: Periodic security testing of deployed applications

Contact

For security-related questions or concerns, please contact the project maintainers.


Note: This security policy is subject to change. Please check back regularly for updates.

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