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# Security Policy
## Supported Versions
The following versions of PostgreSQL MCP Server are currently supported with security updates:
| Version | Supported | End of Support |
| ------- | ------------------ | -------------- |
| 1.0.x | :white_check_mark: | TBD |
| 0.2.x | :white_check_mark: | TBD |
| < 0.2 | :x: | N/A |
## Security Considerations
### Database Security
- **Connection Security**
- All connections must use SSL/TLS
- Connection strings should never be hardcoded
- Use environment variables for sensitive credentials
- Implement proper connection pooling
- Set appropriate connection timeouts
- **Query Security**
- Always use parameterized queries
- Never expose raw SQL to untrusted input
- Validate all input parameters
- Implement proper access controls
- Use prepared statements for all queries
- **Data Protection**
- Handle sensitive data appropriately
- Implement proper error handling
- Use appropriate data types
- Follow PostgreSQL security best practices
### Application Security
- **Dependencies**
- Keep all dependencies updated
- Regularly audit dependencies for vulnerabilities
- Use only trusted packages
- Monitor security advisories
- **Authentication & Authorization**
- Implement proper access controls
- Use secure authentication methods
- Follow principle of least privilege
- Implement proper session management
- **Error Handling**
- Never expose sensitive information in error messages
- Implement proper logging
- Handle errors gracefully
- Use appropriate error codes
## Reporting a Vulnerability
### How to Report
If you believe you've found a security vulnerability in PostgreSQL MCP Server, please follow these steps:
1. **Do not** disclose the vulnerability publicly until it has been addressed
2. Email your findings to [security@your-organization.com]
3. Include the following information:
- Description of the vulnerability
- Steps to reproduce
- Potential impact
- Suggested fixes (if any)
- Your contact information
### What to Expect
- **Initial Response**: You will receive an acknowledgment within 48 hours
- **Assessment**: The security team will assess the vulnerability within 7 days
- **Updates**: You will receive regular updates on the progress
- **Resolution**: Once resolved, you will be notified and may be asked to verify the fix
### Vulnerability Handling Process
1. **Acknowledgment**: The security team will acknowledge receipt of your report
2. **Investigation**: The team will investigate the reported vulnerability
3. **Fix Development**: If confirmed, a fix will be developed
4. **Testing**: The fix will be thoroughly tested
5. **Release**: A security update will be released
6. **Disclosure**: The vulnerability will be publicly disclosed with appropriate details
### Security Updates
Security updates will be released as soon as possible after a vulnerability is confirmed and fixed. Updates will include:
- A new version number
- A security advisory
- Details of the vulnerability (after the fix is available)
- Instructions for updating
## Security Best Practices
### For Users
- Always use the latest supported version
- Keep your PostgreSQL server updated
- Use strong passwords and authentication
- Implement proper access controls
- Monitor for security updates
### For Developers
- Follow secure coding practices
- Use parameterized queries
- Implement proper error handling
- Keep dependencies updated
- Follow the principle of least privilege
## Contact
For security-related concerns, please contact:
- Email: [xLevickx@protonmail.com]
## Acknowledgments
We appreciate the efforts of security researchers and users who help us maintain the security of PostgreSQL MCP Server. All responsible disclosures will be acknowledged in our security advisories.