This repository is committed to maintaining secure, reliable packages for the Synaptic Canvas marketplace. We take security seriously and have implemented comprehensive practices to ensure package quality and safety for all users.

The Synaptic Canvas marketplace follows a multi-layered security approach:

1. Publisher Verification: All publishers undergo identity verification
2. Automated Scanning: Security scans run automatically on all releases
3. Code Review: Changes reviewed through GitHub pull request process
4. Documentation Standards: All packages include security documentation
5. Dependency Monitoring: Regular audits of package dependencies
6. Community Reporting: Open channels for security issue reports

Repository Owner: randlee (Randall Lee)

• GitHub: https://github.com/randlee
• Publisher Verification: Level 1 (GitHub Organization Verified)
• Verification Date: 2025-12-04

Security Responsibilities:

• Review and respond to security reports
• Maintain security scanning infrastructure
• Update packages with security fixes
• Monitor dependency vulnerabilities
• Enforce security best practices

The following versions of our packages are actively maintained and receive security updates:

Beta Versions (0.x.x):

• All packages currently in beta (0.5.0)
• Receive active security updates
• May have breaking changes between releases
• Should be tested in non-critical environments first

Stable Versions (1.x.x) (Future):

• Long-term support and stability guarantees
• Backward compatibility within major version
• Regular security patches
• Priority for critical security fixes

Deprecated Versions:

• No longer receive security updates
• Not recommended for use
• Migration guides provided to current versions

When security issues are identified:

1. Assessment: Evaluate severity and impact
2. Patch Development: Create fix in private branch
3. Testing: Verify fix doesn't introduce new issues
4. Release: Publish updated version
5. Notification: Update CHANGELOG and SECURITY.md
6. Communication: Notify users through GitHub release notes

Update Frequency:

• Critical vulnerabilities: Immediate (within 24-48 hours)
• High severity: Within 1 week
• Medium severity: Within 2 weeks
• Low severity: Next scheduled release

The Synaptic Canvas marketplace implements multiple security features:

Every release undergoes automated security scanning:

Secrets Detection:

• Scans for hardcoded credentials
• Detects API keys and tokens
• Identifies private keys
• Checks configuration files

Code Quality:

• Shell script validation (shellcheck)
• Python safety checks
• Unsafe pattern detection
• Syntax validation

Dependency Audits:

• npm vulnerability scanning
• Python package security checks
• Outdated dependency detection
• Known CVE identification

Documentation Verification:

• Security documentation present
• License files included
• README completeness
• Manifest validation

Scan Frequency:

• On every release (automated)
• Weekly scheduled scans
• Pull request validation
• Manual scans available

See docs/SECURITY-SCANNING-GUIDE.md for details.

All code changes go through GitHub pull request review:

Review Requirements:

• At least one approving review
• All CI checks must pass
• Security scan must pass
• No merge conflicts

Review Focus Areas:

• Security implications of changes
• Input validation and sanitization
• Error handling
• Documentation updates
• Test coverage

Automated Checks:

• Security scanning
• Unit tests
• Integration tests
• Linting and formatting
• Documentation validation

Dependencies are actively monitored and maintained:

Monitoring Tools:

• npm audit for Node.js dependencies
• pip security checks for Python
• GitHub Dependabot alerts
• Manual periodic reviews

Update Policy:

• Security updates applied immediately
• Breaking changes evaluated carefully
• Test coverage required for updates
• CHANGELOG documents dependency changes

Dependency Requirements:

• Minimal external dependencies
• Well-maintained packages only
• Known security track record
• Compatible licenses

Package versions are tracked and audited:

Version Requirements:

• Semantic versioning (semver)
• CHANGELOG for all releases
• Version consistency across files
• Git tags for releases

Audit Checks:

• Version numbers match across manifest.yaml, CHANGELOG.md
• No version conflicts
• Proper version progression (no skips)
• Release notes complete

All packages must meet documentation standards:

Required Documentation:

• README.md with security section
• LICENSE file (MIT required)
• CHANGELOG.md tracking versions
• manifest.yaml with metadata

Security Documentation:

• Link to repository SECURITY.md
• Package-specific security considerations
• Safe usage examples
• Troubleshooting security issues

Documentation Reviews:

• Checked on every release
• Updated with security changes
• Version-specific guidance
• Clear, accurate information

If you discover a security vulnerability in any Synaptic Canvas package, we appreciate your help in responsibly disclosing it.

Before Reporting:

1. Verify you've found a genuine security issue
2. Check if it's already been reported (GitHub Security tab)
3. Gather details: reproduction steps, impact, affected versions
4. Consider severity: Is it exploitable? What's the impact?

How to Report:

This repository uses GitHub's built-in security features:

1. GitHub Security Advisories (Preferred):

   • Navigate to repository Security tab
   • Click "Report a vulnerability"
   • Fill out security advisory form
   • Provides private channel for discussion
   • Allows coordinated disclosure

2. GitHub Issues (For Non-Critical Issues):

   • Open a public issue for non-sensitive bugs
   • Label as "security" if applicable
   • Include reproduction steps
   • Describe expected vs actual behavior

What to Include:

Vulnerability Report Template:

Package: [package-name]
Version: [affected version(s)]
Severity: [Critical/High/Medium/Low]

Description:
[Clear description of the vulnerability]

Reproduction Steps:
1. [Step 1]
2. [Step 2]
3. [Observed behavior]

Impact:
[What can an attacker do? What's at risk?]

Suggested Fix:
[If you have ideas for remediation]

Additional Context:
[Any other relevant information]

Initial Response:

• Acknowledgment within 48 hours
• Initial assessment of severity and impact
• Discussion of reproduction and scope

Investigation Phase:

• Confirm vulnerability exists
• Determine affected versions
• Assess impact and exploitability
• Develop remediation plan

Resolution Phase:

• Create and test fix
• Prepare updated package version
• Draft security advisory
• Plan coordinated disclosure

Disclosure Timeline:

• Critical: 24-48 hours for patch
• High: 1 week for patch
• Medium: 2 weeks for patch
• Low: Next scheduled release

Public Disclosure:

• Published after fix is available
• Credit given to reporter (if desired)
• CVE assigned if applicable
• GitHub security advisory published

We follow responsible disclosure principles:

Our Commitments:

• Acknowledge reports promptly
• Keep reporters informed of progress
• Fix genuine vulnerabilities
• Give credit to reporters
• Provide clear timeline

We Ask That You:

• Allow time for investigation and fix
• Don't publicly disclose until fix is ready
• Don't exploit the vulnerability
• Provide reasonable reproduction steps

Users should be aware of these limitations:

Current Status: All packages are version 0.x (beta)

Implications:

• API may change between versions
• Breaking changes possible without major version bump
• Features may be incomplete or experimental
• More frequent updates than stable releases

Recommendations:

• Test in non-production environments first
• Pin to specific versions in critical uses
• Review CHANGELOG before updating
• Provide feedback on issues encountered

sc-delay-tasks:

• Executes Python scripts with user-provided delays
• Ensure timeout values are reasonable (avoid extremely long waits)
• Review delay-run.py script before use
• See packages/sc-delay-tasks/TROUBLESHOOTING.md

sc-git-worktree:

• Creates and manipulates git worktrees
• Requires appropriate filesystem permissions
• Can modify repository structure
• See packages/sc-git-worktree/TROUBLESHOOTING.md

sc-manage:

• Interfaces with package registry
• Validates package manifests
• Network access required for registry queries
• See packages/sc-manage/TROUBLESHOOTING.md

sc-repomix-nuget:

• Analyzes NuGet packages and assemblies
• Executes Python scripts for extraction
• Requires Python 3.12+ and appropriate permissions
• See packages/sc-repomix-nuget/TROUBLESHOOTING.md

Environment Dependencies:

• Packages may require specific tools (git, python3)
• Behavior may vary across operating systems
• Shell environment affects script execution
• See docs/DEPENDENCIES.md

Permissions and Access:

• Packages run with user's permissions
• File system access as allowed by OS
• Network access subject to firewall rules
• Git operations require appropriate permissions

Integration Considerations:

• Claude Code integration points may evolve
• Command/agent interfaces subject to change
• Variable substitution depends on environment
• See package-specific documentation

Follow these best practices when using Synaptic Canvas packages:

Why: Latest versions include security fixes and improvements

How:

# Check for updates
cat docs/registries/nuget/registry.json | jq '.packages."package-name".version'

# Update package
python3 tools/sc-install.py install package-name --dest /path/to/.claude

Frequency: Check monthly or when security advisories published

Why: Understand intended use and limitations

What to Check:

• Supported use cases
• Anti-patterns to avoid
• Security considerations
• Environment requirements

When: Before installing any new package

Why: Ensure all dependencies are secure and up-to-date

What to Verify:

• Required tools installed
• Version requirements met
• Security updates available
• Compatible with your environment

Example:

# Verify git version for sc-git-worktree
git --version  # Should be >= 2.27

# Verify Python version for sc-repomix-nuget
python3 --version  # Should be >= 3.12

Why: Verify correct installation and configuration

Available Tools:

• Package manifest validation
• Environment checks
• Dependency verification
• Security scanning

How:

# Run security scan
./scripts/security-scan.py --package your-package

# Validate manifest
python3 -c "import yaml; yaml.safe_load(open('packages/your-package/manifest.yaml'))"

Why: Identify issues before production use

Testing Approach:

1. Install in isolated test repository
2. Verify functionality with sample data
3. Check for unexpected behavior
4. Review logs and output
5. Test error conditions

Don't:

• Test directly in production
• Use with sensitive data initially
• Skip error condition testing

If you modify packages:

• Update security sections in README
• Document new security considerations
• Update troubleshooting guides
• Test security scan still passes

Where to Check:

• Repository Security tab
• Release notes
• CHANGELOG.md files
• GitHub notifications

When to Check:

• Before major deployments
• Monthly security reviews
• After hearing about vulnerabilities
• When updating packages

What to Report:

• Security vulnerabilities
• Unexpected behavior
• Documentation errors
• Dependency issues

How to Report:

• Use GitHub Issues for bugs
• Use Security Advisories for vulnerabilities
• Include reproduction steps
• Provide version information

The Synaptic Canvas repository is actively maintained:

Regular Updates:

• Security patches: As needed (immediate for critical)
• Dependency updates: Monthly review
• Version updates: As features/fixes accumulate
• Documentation: Updated with every change

Emergency Updates:

• Critical vulnerabilities: 24-48 hours
• Zero-day exploits: Immediate assessment and response
• Widespread issues: Coordinated rapid response

Current Phase: All packages at version 0.5.0 (beta)

Update Frequency:

• More frequent than stable releases
• Breaking changes possible
• Rapid iteration and improvements
• User feedback incorporated quickly

Stability Expectations:

• Core functionality stable
• APIs may evolve
• Edge cases being discovered
• Documentation continuously improving

Planned Criteria for 1.0.0:

• Complete feature set
• Comprehensive test coverage
• Stable APIs
• Full documentation
• Security audit completed
• Production usage validation

After 1.0.0:

• Semantic versioning strictly followed
• Backward compatibility in minor versions
• Longer support windows
• More rigorous change process

Notice Period: 90 days minimum

Process:

1. Announce deprecation in CHANGELOG
2. Add deprecation warnings to code
3. Provide migration guide
4. Offer support during transition
5. Remove after notice period

Version Support:

• Current version: Full support
• Previous version: Security updates only
• Older versions: No support (migrate)

Additional security information:

• PUBLISHER-VERIFICATION.md - Publisher verification details
• SECURITY-SCANNING-GUIDE.md - Security scanning procedures
• SECURITY-SCANNING-SCHEDULE.md - When scans run
• DEPENDENCY-VALIDATION.md - Dependency management (if exists)
• DIAGNOSTIC-TOOLS.md - Diagnostic utilities (if exists)

• sc-delay-tasks/TROUBLESHOOTING.md
• sc-git-worktree/TROUBLESHOOTING.md
• sc-manage/TROUBLESHOOTING.md
• sc-repomix-nuget/TROUBLESHOOTING.md

• OWASP Secure Coding Practices
• CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
• GitHub Security Best Practices
• Semantic Versioning

• Shellcheck - Shell script analysis
• npm audit - Node.js dependency security
• pip-audit - Python dependency security
• Security Scan Script - Our automated scanner

For Security Questions:

1. Review this SECURITY.md document
2. Check package-specific TROUBLESHOOTING.md
3. Review security scanning documentation
4. Open GitHub Issue if unresolved

For General Questions:

1. Check package README files
2. Review repository documentation
3. Search existing GitHub Issues
4. Open new Issue with question

For Security Reports:

1. Use GitHub Security Advisories (preferred)
2. Follow vulnerability disclosure policy above
3. Provide complete information
4. Allow time for response and fix

We welcome community contributions to security:

How to Help:

• Report vulnerabilities responsibly
• Suggest security improvements
• Review security documentation
• Share security best practices
• Test packages in diverse environments

Contributing:

• See CONTRIBUTING.md for contribution guidelines
• Security-related PRs prioritized
• Credit given to security contributors

The Synaptic Canvas marketplace is committed to maintaining the highest security standards:

Our Promises:

• Respond promptly to security reports
• Apply security updates quickly
• Maintain transparent security practices
• Learn from security incidents
• Continuously improve security posture

Your Responsibility:

• Use packages appropriately
• Keep packages updated
• Report issues discovered
• Follow security best practices
• Understand package limitations

Thank you for helping keep the Synaptic Canvas marketplace secure!

Last Updated: 2025-12-04 Security Policy Version: 1.0 Repository: randlee/synaptic-canvas