We actively support the following versions of KwachaNow with security updates:

We take security vulnerabilities seriously. If you discover a security vulnerability, please report it responsibly:

1. DO NOT create a public GitHub issue
2. Email us at: security@kwachanow.com
3. Include the following information:
   • Description of the vulnerability
   • Steps to reproduce
   • Potential impact
   • Suggested fix (if any)

• Acknowledgment: Within 24 hours
• Initial Assessment: Within 72 hours
• Regular Updates: Every 5-7 days
• Resolution Timeline: Varies by severity

• Remote code execution
• SQL injection with data access
• Authentication bypass
• Data breach potential

• Privilege escalation
• Significant data exposure
• Cross-site scripting (XSS)
• Cross-site request forgery (CSRF)

• Information disclosure
• Denial of service
• Business logic flaws

• Minor information leaks
• Configuration issues
• Non-exploitable bugs

• Authentication: Secure session management
• Authorization: Role-based access control
• Input Validation: All user inputs sanitized
• Output Encoding: XSS prevention
• CSRF Protection: Token-based validation
• SQL Injection Prevention: Parameterized queries

• HTTPS: All traffic encrypted in transit
• Database: Encrypted at rest
• Environment Variables: Secure secret management
• Container Security: Regular base image updates
• Network Security: Firewall and network segmentation

• Dependency Scanning: Regular vulnerability scans
• Static Analysis: Automated code security review
• Secret Scanning: No hardcoded credentials
• Secure Coding: Following OWASP guidelines
• Code Review: Security-focused peer review

• Security Events: Authentication, authorization failures
• Anomaly Detection: Unusual access patterns
• Audit Logs: All administrative actions
• Incident Response: 24/7 monitoring for critical systems

• Use strong, unique passwords
• Enable two-factor authentication
• Regularly review user access
• Keep systems updated
• Monitor audit logs

• Follow secure coding practices
• Use environment variables for secrets
• Regularly update dependencies
• Run security scans locally
• Never commit credentials

• Use strong passwords
• Be cautious with shared links
• Report suspicious activity
• Keep browsers updated
• Use secure networks

• OWASP Top 10: Web application security risks
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework: Risk management
• ISO 27001: Information security management
• GDPR: Data protection and privacy

• Penetration Testing: Annual third-party assessment
• Vulnerability Scanning: Weekly automated scans
• Security Training: Quarterly team training
• Incident Response Drills: Bi-annual exercises
• Security Reviews: For all major releases

• Regular security updates
• Vulnerability scanning
• License compliance
• Supply chain security

We maintain an internal registry of known vulnerabilities and their remediation status. Dependencies with known critical vulnerabilities are prioritized for updates.

• Security Lead
• Development Team Lead
• Infrastructure Engineer
• Legal/Compliance (if needed)

1. Detection: Automated or manual identification
2. Assessment: Impact and severity evaluation
3. Containment: Immediate threat mitigation
4. Investigation: Root cause analysis
5. Resolution: Fix implementation and deployment
6. Recovery: Service restoration
7. Lessons Learned: Post-incident review

• Internal stakeholders: Immediate notification
• Affected users: Within 24-72 hours
• Public disclosure: After resolution (if applicable)
• Regulatory bodies: As required by law

• Security Email: security@kwachanow.com
• PGP Key: Available on our website
• Security Page: https://kwachanow.com/security

We appreciate security researchers and users who help improve our security posture. Responsible disclosure contributors may be recognized in our security acknowledgments page.

Last Updated: January 2025 Next Review: July 2025