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| 1 | +# Security Policy |
| 2 | + |
| 3 | +## Supported Versions |
| 4 | + |
| 5 | +We release patches for security vulnerabilities in the following versions: |
| 6 | + |
| 7 | +| Version | Supported | |
| 8 | +| ------- | ------------------ | |
| 9 | +| 1.x.x | :white_check_mark: | |
| 10 | +| < 1.0 | :x: | |
| 11 | + |
| 12 | +**Note:** We recommend always using the latest stable version to ensure you have all security updates and patches. |
| 13 | + |
| 14 | +## Reporting a Vulnerability |
| 15 | + |
| 16 | +We take the security of RoomRTC seriously. If you believe you have found a security vulnerability, please report it to us as described below. |
| 17 | + |
| 18 | +### How to Report |
| 19 | + |
| 20 | +**Please do NOT report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues.** |
| 21 | + |
| 22 | +Instead, please report security vulnerabilities by: |
| 23 | + |
| 24 | +1. **Email**: Send an email to sebita29@gmail.com |
| 25 | +2. **Subject Line**: Include "RoomRTC Security Vulnerability" in the subject |
| 26 | +3. **Details to Include**: |
| 27 | + - Type of vulnerability |
| 28 | + - Full paths of source file(s) related to the vulnerability |
| 29 | + - Location of the affected source code (tag/branch/commit or direct URL) |
| 30 | + - Step-by-step instructions to reproduce the issue |
| 31 | + - Proof-of-concept or exploit code (if possible) |
| 32 | + - Impact of the vulnerability, including how an attacker might exploit it |
| 33 | + |
| 34 | +### What to Expect |
| 35 | + |
| 36 | +- **Acknowledgment**: You should receive an acknowledgment within 48 hours |
| 37 | +- **Investigation**: We will investigate and validate the reported vulnerability |
| 38 | +- **Updates**: We will keep you informed about the progress of the fix |
| 39 | +- **Resolution**: Once the vulnerability is fixed, we will notify you and publicly acknowledge your responsible disclosure (unless you prefer to remain anonymous) |
| 40 | +- **Timeline**: We aim to resolve critical vulnerabilities within 30 days |
| 41 | + |
| 42 | +### Disclosure Policy |
| 43 | + |
| 44 | +- Please give us reasonable time to address the vulnerability before any public disclosure |
| 45 | +- We will credit you for the discovery in our security advisories (unless you prefer anonymity) |
| 46 | +- We follow coordinated disclosure practices |
| 47 | + |
| 48 | +## Security Best Practices |
| 49 | + |
| 50 | +### For Users |
| 51 | + |
| 52 | +1. **Keep Updated**: Always use the latest stable version of RoomRTC |
| 53 | +2. **Secure Configuration**: |
| 54 | + - Use strong, unique passwords for any authentication |
| 55 | + - Enable HTTPS/WSS for all WebRTC connections |
| 56 | + - Configure proper CORS policies |
| 57 | +3. **Network Security**: |
| 58 | + - Use TURN servers with authentication |
| 59 | + - Implement proper firewall rules |
| 60 | + - Validate and sanitize all user inputs |
| 61 | +4. **Monitoring**: |
| 62 | + - Monitor your application logs for suspicious activity |
| 63 | + - Set up alerts for unusual connection patterns |
| 64 | + |
| 65 | +### For Developers |
| 66 | + |
| 67 | +1. **Secure Coding Practices**: |
| 68 | + - Validate and sanitize all inputs, especially signaling data |
| 69 | + - Use parameterized queries to prevent injection attacks |
| 70 | + - Implement proper authentication and authorization |
| 71 | + - Follow the principle of least privilege |
| 72 | + |
| 73 | +2. **WebRTC Security**: |
| 74 | + - Always use HTTPS for serving WebRTC applications |
| 75 | + - Use WSS (WebSocket Secure) for signaling |
| 76 | + - Implement proper STUN/TURN server authentication |
| 77 | + - Validate peer connections before establishing media streams |
| 78 | + |
| 79 | +3. **Dependencies**: |
| 80 | + - Regularly update all dependencies |
| 81 | + - Use tools like `npm audit` or `yarn audit` to check for known vulnerabilities |
| 82 | + - Review dependency licenses and security advisories |
| 83 | + |
| 84 | +4. **Data Protection**: |
| 85 | + - Implement end-to-end encryption for sensitive data |
| 86 | + - Don't store sensitive information in logs |
| 87 | + - Follow GDPR and other relevant data protection regulations |
| 88 | + - Use secure token generation for session management |
| 89 | + |
| 90 | +5. **Code Review**: |
| 91 | + - Conduct security-focused code reviews |
| 92 | + - Use static analysis tools to identify potential vulnerabilities |
| 93 | + - Implement automated security testing in CI/CD pipelines |
| 94 | + |
| 95 | +### Security Checklist |
| 96 | + |
| 97 | +Before deploying RoomRTC in production: |
| 98 | + |
| 99 | +- [ ] All communications use HTTPS/WSS |
| 100 | +- [ ] Authentication is properly implemented |
| 101 | +- [ ] Input validation is in place for all user inputs |
| 102 | +- [ ] CORS policies are correctly configured |
| 103 | +- [ ] Rate limiting is implemented to prevent DoS attacks |
| 104 | +- [ ] Error messages don't expose sensitive information |
| 105 | +- [ ] Security headers are properly configured |
| 106 | +- [ ] Dependencies are up to date |
| 107 | +- [ ] Logging doesn't include sensitive data |
| 108 | +- [ ] Security testing has been performed |
| 109 | + |
| 110 | +## Known Security Considerations |
| 111 | + |
| 112 | +### WebRTC Specific |
| 113 | + |
| 114 | +1. **IP Address Exposure**: WebRTC can expose users' real IP addresses even when using a VPN. Consider: |
| 115 | + - Implementing IP masking via TURN servers |
| 116 | + - Warning users about potential IP exposure |
| 117 | + - Providing configuration options for privacy-conscious users |
| 118 | + |
| 119 | +2. **Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)**: Ensure all user-generated content is properly sanitized |
| 120 | + |
| 121 | +3. **Man-in-the-Middle Attacks**: Always use encrypted connections and verify peer identities |
| 122 | + |
| 123 | +## Security Updates |
| 124 | + |
| 125 | +Security updates and patches will be announced through: |
| 126 | +- GitHub Security Advisories |
| 127 | +- Release notes |
| 128 | +- Project README |
| 129 | + |
| 130 | +Subscribe to repository releases to stay informed about security updates. |
| 131 | + |
| 132 | +## Additional Resources |
| 133 | + |
| 134 | +- [WebRTC Security Architecture](https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/html/rfc8827) |
| 135 | +- [OWASP WebRTC Security Guidelines](https://owasp.org/) |
| 136 | +- [MDN Web Security](https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/Security) |
| 137 | + |
| 138 | +--- |
| 139 | + |
| 140 | +**Last Updated**: 2025-12-17 |
| 141 | + |
| 142 | +Thank you for helping keep RoomRTC and its users safe! |
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