Security Policy

Supported Versions

We take security seriously and actively maintain security updates for the following versions:

Version	Supported
2.x.x	✅

Security Considerations

Network Tools Security

This toolbox provides network management capabilities that require careful security considerations:

• Privileged Operations: Many network operations require elevated privileges
• Command Execution: Tools may execute system commands that could be exploited
• Network Access: Direct network interface manipulation requires careful input validation
• Web Interface: HTTP endpoints need protection against common web vulnerabilities

Reporting a Vulnerability

We appreciate responsible disclosure of security vulnerabilities. Please follow these guidelines:

How to Report

1. DO NOT create public GitHub issues for security vulnerabilities
2. Email: Send details to [email protected] or create a private security advisory on GitHub
3. Encrypt: Use our PGP key for sensitive communications (key ID: [YOUR_PGP_KEY_ID])

What to Include

Please provide as much detail as possible:

• Description: Clear description of the vulnerability
• Impact: Potential security impact and attack scenarios
• Reproduction: Step-by-step instructions to reproduce the issue
• Environment: OS, Python version, and tool configuration
• Proof of Concept: Code or commands demonstrating the vulnerability (if applicable)

Response Timeline

• Initial Response: Within 48 hours
• Assessment: Within 7 days
• Fix Development: Varies by severity (Critical: 7 days, High: 14 days, Medium: 30 days)
• Disclosure: After fix is available and deployed

Security Best Practices for Users

Installation Security

• Always install from official sources (GitHub releases, PyPI)
• Verify checksums and signatures when available
• Use virtual environments to isolate dependencies
• Keep the toolbox updated to the latest version

Runtime Security

• Principle of Least Privilege: Run with minimal required permissions
• Input Validation: Be cautious with user-provided network addresses and parameters
• Network Isolation: Use in isolated network environments when possible
• Logging: Enable audit logging for security monitoring

Configuration Security

• Secure Defaults: Default configurations prioritize security over convenience
• Authentication: Enable authentication for web interface access
• HTTPS: Use TLS encryption for web interface communications
• Access Control: Implement proper user access controls

Common Security Risks

Command Injection

Risk: Improper handling of user input in system commands Mitigation:

• All user inputs are validated and sanitized
• Use parameterized commands instead of string concatenation
• Implement input whitelisting for network addresses and parameters

Privilege Escalation

Risk: Unauthorized elevation of user privileges Mitigation:

• Minimal privilege requirements clearly documented
• Separate privileged and non-privileged operations
• Use sudo/capability-based access where possible

Information Disclosure

Risk: Exposure of sensitive network information Mitigation:

• Sensitive data is not logged or displayed unnecessarily
• Network credentials are securely stored/handled
• Error messages don't reveal internal system details

Web Interface Vulnerabilities

Risk: XSS, CSRF, and other web-based attacks Mitigation:

• Input validation and output encoding
• CSRF protection tokens
• Secure session management
• Content Security Policy (CSP) headers

Secure Development Practices

Code Review

• All code changes require security review
• Automated security scanning in CI/CD pipeline
• Dependency vulnerability scanning
• Static code analysis for security issues

Dependencies

• Regular updates of all dependencies
• Vulnerability scanning of third-party packages
• Minimal dependency footprint
• Pinned dependency versions in production

Testing

• Security unit tests for input validation
• Integration tests for authentication/authorization
• Penetration testing for web interface
• Network security testing in isolated environments

Incident Response

In Case of Security Incident

1. Immediate: Isolate affected systems
2. Assessment: Determine scope and impact
3. Communication: Notify affected users via security advisory
4. Remediation: Deploy fixes and security updates
5. Post-Incident: Conduct review and improve security measures

Security Updates

• Critical: Immediate release with security advisory
• High: Within 72 hours with detailed changelog
• Medium/Low: Included in next regular release

Compliance and Standards

This project aims to comply with:

• OWASP Top 10: Web application security risks
• CWE: Common Weakness Enumeration guidelines
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework: Security best practices
• Linux Security Standards: Platform-specific security requirements

Security Contact

For security-related questions or concerns:

• Security Email: [email protected]
• PGP Key: [Link to public key]
• Security Advisory: GitHub Security Advisories
• Response Time: Within 48 hours for initial response

Acknowledgments

We appreciate security researchers who responsibly disclose vulnerabilities:

• [Researcher Name] - [Vulnerability Description] - [Date]
• Hall of Fame for contributors will be maintained here

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License and Legal

This security policy is part of the Linux Network Management Toolbox project and is subject to the same license terms. Security research and responsible disclosure are encouraged and protected under our terms of service.

Last Updated: [Current Date] Version: 1.0 Next Review: [6 months from current date]