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SECURITY.md

Security Policy

Supported Versions

Please refer to individual repository documentation for information about which versions are currently being supported with security updates.

Reporting a Vulnerability

Please do not report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues.

If you discover a security vulnerability within any UPENN-PNGC project, please report it to us privately:

How to Report

  1. Email: Send details to the repository maintainers (contact information can be found in the specific repository)
  2. Include:
    • Description of the vulnerability
    • Steps to reproduce the issue
    • Potential impact
    • Any suggested fixes (if available)

What to Expect

  • Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge receipt of your vulnerability report within a week (please make allowances for the slow pace of academia).
  • Updates: We will keep you informed about the progress of addressing the vulnerability
  • Timeline: We aim to address critical vulnerabilities within 30 days
  • Credit: With your permission, we will acknowledge your contribution in the fix announcement

Security Best Practices

When working with UPENN-PNGC projects:

  • Keep dependencies up to date
  • Use strong authentication methods
  • Follow principle of least privilege
  • Protect sensitive data and credentials
  • Review code for common vulnerabilities
  • Use secure coding practices

Disclosure Policy

  • We follow responsible disclosure practices
  • Security fixes will be released as soon as possible
  • Details of vulnerabilities will be disclosed after a fix is available

Additional Resources

Thank you for helping keep UPENN-PNGC projects secure!

There aren’t any published security advisories