pg_tviews 0.1.0-beta.12

# Security Policy

**Document Version:** 1.0
**Last Updated:** 2025-12-11
**Classification:** Public
**Applicable Standards:** ISO 27001, OWASP, CISA

## Executive Summary

pg_tviews takes security seriously and welcomes responsible disclosure of security vulnerabilities. This policy outlines how to report security issues, our response process, and how we handle security updates.

## Supported Versions

| Version | Supported | Security Updates |
|---------|-----------|------------------|
| 0.1.x (beta) | ✅ Full support | ✅ Security fixes |
| 0.0.x (alpha) | ❌ Unsupported | ❌ No fixes |

**Note**: Only the latest minor version in the 0.1.x series receives security updates.

## Reporting a Vulnerability

**DO NOT** open public GitHub issues for security vulnerabilities.

### Private Reporting

1. **GitHub Security Advisories** (Preferred):
   - Go to: https://github.com/your-org/pg_tviews/security/advisories
   - Click "Report a vulnerability"
   - Provide details including:
     - Affected version(s)
     - Steps to reproduce
     - Potential impact
     - Suggested fix (optional)

2. **Email** (Alternative):
   - Send to: security@your-domain.com
   - Use PGP key: `9E57E2899574FA24DB1F1651C8FCB4AB8FDB6DB4`
   - Include same details as above

### What to Include

- **Description**: Clear description of the vulnerability
- **Impact**: What an attacker could achieve
- **Affected Versions**: Which versions are vulnerable
- **Reproduction Steps**: How to reproduce the issue
- **Environment**: PostgreSQL version, OS, etc.
- **Mitigations**: Any workarounds you've identified

## Response Timeline

We follow a coordinated disclosure process:

### Acknowledgment (Within 48 hours)
- Confirm receipt of report
- Assign severity level
- Provide initial assessment timeline

### Investigation (Within 7 days)
- Reproduce the issue
- Assess full impact and exploitability
- Determine affected versions
- Develop fix or mitigation

### Resolution (Depends on severity)
- **Critical/High**: Fix within 7-14 days
- **Medium**: Fix in next minor release
- **Low**: Fix in next maintenance cycle

### Public Disclosure (After fix release)
- Publish security advisory
- Update release notes
- Notify users via appropriate channels

## Severity Classification

### Critical (CVSS 9.0-10.0)
- Remote code execution
- SQL injection with system access
- Authentication bypass
- Data exfiltration at scale

**Response**: Immediate hotfix within 24-48 hours

### High (CVSS 7.0-8.9)
- Privilege escalation
- Significant data leakage
- Denial of service affecting production
- Supply chain compromise

**Response**: Patch within 7 days

### Medium (CVSS 4.0-6.9)
- Information disclosure
- Limited denial of service
- Cross-tenant data access
- Configuration issues

**Response**: Fix in next minor release (30 days)

### Low (CVSS 0.1-3.9)
- Minor information leaks
- Edge case vulnerabilities
- Performance issues
- Cosmetic security issues

**Response**: Address in maintenance cycle

## Security Updates

### Release Process

Security fixes follow this process:

1. **Development**: Fix developed on private branch
2. **Testing**: Full regression testing + security testing
3. **Review**: Security review by maintainers
4. **Release**: Simultaneous release of fix and advisory
5. **Communication**: User notification via multiple channels

### Notification Channels

- **GitHub Security Advisories**: Official security notices
- **Release Notes**: Security fixes highlighted
- **Changelog**: Detailed change descriptions
- **Email**: Direct notification for critical issues (future)

### Version Numbering

Security releases use this scheme:
- **Patch releases**: `0.1.2` → `0.1.3`
- **Security patches**: Include "Security" in release title
- **Breaking changes**: May require minor version bump

## Vulnerability Disclosure

### Coordinated Disclosure

We follow industry best practices for coordinated disclosure:

1. **Private Investigation**: Work with reporter privately
2. **Fix Development**: Develop and test fix
3. **Vendor Coordination**: Coordinate with downstream users
4. **Public Release**: Simultaneous release of fix and advisory
5. **Post-Mortem**: Analysis and prevention improvements

### Credit and Recognition

- Security researchers receive credit in advisories
- Contributors acknowledged in release notes
- Hall of fame for significant contributions (future)

### No Rewards Program

Currently, pg_tviews does not offer monetary rewards for security research. However:
- Public recognition and thanks
- Priority consideration for future rewards program
- Invitation to contribute to security improvements

## Security Best Practices

### For Users

1. **Keep Updated**: Use latest patch versions
2. **Monitor Advisories**: Subscribe to security notifications
3. **Validate Downloads**: Verify signatures and checksums
4. **Secure Configuration**: Follow security guidelines
5. **Report Issues**: Use private reporting channels

### For Contributors

1. **Security Reviews**: All changes undergo security review
2. **Dependency Scanning**: Automated vulnerability detection
3. **Code Standards**: Follow secure coding practices
4. **Testing**: Comprehensive security testing
5. **Documentation**: Security implications documented

## Incident Response

### Breach Notification

In case of security breach:

1. **Immediate Response**: Isolate affected systems
2. **Assessment**: Determine scope and impact
3. **Notification**: Inform affected users within 72 hours
4. **Recovery**: Provide remediation guidance
5. **Prevention**: Implement preventive measures

### Legal Compliance

- **Data Protection**: GDPR, CCPA compliance for user data
- **Notification Laws**: Applicable breach notification requirements
- **Documentation**: Incident logs and response records

## Contact Information

### Security Team
- **Primary Contact**: Lionel Hamayon (Project Lead)
- **Email**: security@your-domain.com
- **PGP Key**: `9E57E2899574FA24DB1F1651C8FCB4AB8FDB6DB4`
- **Response Time**: Within 48 hours

### General Support
- **Issues**: https://github.com/your-org/pg_tviews/issues
- **Discussions**: https://github.com/your-org/pg_tviews/discussions
- **Documentation**: https://github.com/your-org/pg_tviews/docs

## Continuous Improvement

### Security Metrics

We track and publish:
- Mean time to patch vulnerabilities
- Number of security advisories per quarter
- Audit coverage percentage
- Security test pass rates

### Program Evolution

This security program evolves based on:
- Industry best practices
- Regulatory requirements
- Community feedback
- Incident lessons learned

### Future Enhancements

- [ ] Bug bounty program
- [ ] Security mailing list
- [ ] Automated security scanning
- [ ] Third-party security audits
- [ ] Security training materials

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**Document Control:**
- **Author**: Lionel Hamayon
- **Reviewers**: Project Contributors
- **Next Review**: 2026-06-11
- **Distribution**: Public