# Security Policy
## Security Overview
Waygate MCP is designed with security as a foundational principle. This document outlines our security practices, vulnerability reporting procedures, and security considerations for deployment and development.
## Table of Contents
- [Supported Versions](#supported-versions)
- [Security Features](#security-features)
- [Reporting Vulnerabilities](#reporting-vulnerabilities)
- [Security Architecture](#security-architecture)
- [Deployment Security](#deployment-security)
- [Development Security](#development-security)
- [Security Testing](#security-testing)
- [Incident Response](#incident-response)
## Supported Versions
We actively maintain security updates for the following versions:
| Version | Supported | End of Life |
| ------- | ------------------ | ----------- |
| 2.x.x | ✅ Active Support | TBD |
| 1.x.x | ⚠️ Security Only | Dec 2025 |
| < 1.0 | ❌ No Support | Ended |
## Security Features
### Container Security
Our Docker deployment implements defense-in-depth security:
#### Process Isolation
- **Non-root execution**: Containers run as UID 1000 (waygate user)
- **Read-only filesystem**: Root filesystem mounted read-only
- **No new privileges**: `--security-opt no-new-privileges:true`
- **Dropped capabilities**: All Linux capabilities dropped
#### Resource Protection
- **Memory limits**: 1GB maximum memory allocation
- **CPU limits**: 2 CPU cores maximum
- **PID limits**: Maximum 512 processes
- **Temporary filesystem**: tmpfs for /tmp with 100MB limit
#### Network Security
- **Custom bridge network**: Isolated container networking
- **Port restrictions**: Only exposed ports accessible
- **No privileged mode**: Never runs with `--privileged`
### Application Security
#### Authentication & Authorization
- **API Key Management**: Secure key generation and validation
- **Permission System**: Role-based access control
- **Rate Limiting**: Request throttling per client
- **Session Security**: Secure session handling
#### Data Protection
- **Input Validation**: Comprehensive parameter sanitization
- **SQL Injection Prevention**: Parameterized queries only
- **XSS Protection**: Content Security Policy headers
- **CORS Configuration**: Strict origin validation
#### Secrets Management
- **Environment Variables**: Secrets via secure env vars
- **Secret Rotation**: Support for credential rotation
- **No Hardcoded Secrets**: Zero secrets in source code
- **Audit Logging**: Comprehensive access logging
### Database Security
#### Turso Edge Database
- **Encrypted Connections**: TLS 1.3 for all connections
- **Authentication Tokens**: Secure token-based auth
- **Audit Logging**: Complete query audit trail
- **Backup Encryption**: Encrypted backups at rest
#### Local SQLite Fallback
- **File Permissions**: Restrictive file permissions (600)
- **WAL Mode**: Write-ahead logging for consistency
- **Backup Strategy**: Regular encrypted backups
## Reporting Vulnerabilities
### Responsible Disclosure
We take security vulnerabilities seriously. Please follow responsible disclosure:
#### How to Report
1. **Email**: Send detailed report to `security@waygatemcp.com`
2. **Encryption**: Use our PGP key for sensitive reports
3. **Subject Line**: `[SECURITY] Vulnerability Report - [Brief Description]`
#### What to Include
- **Vulnerability Type**: Classification (OWASP category)
- **Affected Versions**: Specific version numbers
- **Attack Vector**: How the vulnerability can be exploited
- **Impact Assessment**: Potential damage and scope
- **Proof of Concept**: Safe demonstration (if applicable)
- **Suggested Fix**: Remediation recommendations
#### Example Report
```
Subject: [SECURITY] SQL Injection in MCP Tool Execution
Vulnerability Type: SQL Injection (A03:2021)
Affected Versions: 2.0.0 - 2.1.3
Severity: High
Description:
The execute_tool function in mcp_integration.py does not properly
sanitize the tool_name parameter, allowing SQL injection attacks.
Attack Vector:
POST /mcp/execute with malicious tool_name parameter:
{"tool_name": "test'; DROP TABLE config; --"}
Impact:
- Database corruption
- Data exfiltration
- Privilege escalation
Proof of Concept:
[Safe demonstration steps]
Suggested Fix:
Use parameterized queries with bound parameters in all database calls.
```
### Response Timeline
| Timeframe | Action |
|-----------|--------|
| 24 hours | Initial acknowledgment |
| 72 hours | Vulnerability assessment |
| 7 days | Mitigation plan |
| 30 days | Security patch release |
| 90 days | Public disclosure (if agreed) |
### Bounty Program
We appreciate security researchers and offer recognition:
- **Hall of Fame**: Public recognition for valid findings
- **Swag**: Waygate MCP merchandise for significant findings
- **Reference**: LinkedIn recommendations for career impact
## Security Architecture
### Threat Model
#### Assets
- **MCP Server**: Core application and data
- **Database**: Configuration and operational data
- **API Keys**: Authentication credentials
- **Container Runtime**: Docker infrastructure
#### Threats
- **Network Attacks**: DDoS, MITM, eavesdropping
- **Application Attacks**: Injection, XSS, CSRF
- **Container Escape**: Privilege escalation
- **Data Breaches**: Unauthorized data access
#### Mitigations
- **Defense in Depth**: Multiple security layers
- **Principle of Least Privilege**: Minimal permissions
- **Security by Default**: Secure default configurations
- **Fail Secure**: Secure failure modes
### Security Controls
#### Detective Controls
- **Audit Logging**: Comprehensive event logging
- **Monitoring**: Real-time security monitoring
- **Intrusion Detection**: Anomaly detection
- **Health Checks**: Security posture validation
#### Preventive Controls
- **Access Controls**: Authentication and authorization
- **Input Validation**: Data sanitization
- **Network Segmentation**: Container isolation
- **Encryption**: Data protection in transit and at rest
#### Corrective Controls
- **Incident Response**: Automated response procedures
- **Backup Recovery**: Secure backup restoration
- **Patch Management**: Rapid security updates
- **Forensic Analysis**: Security incident investigation
## Deployment Security
### Production Deployment
#### Environment Security
```bash
# Secure environment variables
export WAYGATE_SECRET_KEY=$(openssl rand -hex 32)
export DATABASE_URL="libsql://secure-endpoint?authToken=secret"
# Security-hardened deployment
docker-compose --profile security up -d
```
#### Network Security
```nginx
# Nginx security headers
add_header X-Frame-Options DENY;
add_header X-Content-Type-Options nosniff;
add_header X-XSS-Protection "1; mode=block";
add_header Strict-Transport-Security "max-age=31536000; includeSubDomains";
add_header Content-Security-Policy "default-src 'self'";
```
#### SSL/TLS Configuration
```yaml
# SSL-enabled deployment
services:
nginx:
environment:
- SSL_CERT_PATH=/certs/waygate.crt
- SSL_KEY_PATH=/certs/waygate.key
volumes:
- ./certs:/certs:ro
```
### Security Checklist
#### Pre-Deployment
- [ ] Security scan with Bandit
- [ ] Dependency vulnerability check with Safety
- [ ] Container image scan with Trivy
- [ ] Secret detection with detect-secrets
- [ ] SAST analysis with Semgrep
#### Post-Deployment
- [ ] SSL certificate validation
- [ ] Network connectivity testing
- [ ] Health endpoint verification
- [ ] Log aggregation setup
- [ ] Monitoring dashboard configuration
## Development Security
### Secure Development Lifecycle
#### Requirements Phase
- Security requirements definition
- Threat modeling and risk assessment
- Compliance requirements analysis
#### Design Phase
- Security architecture review
- Data flow analysis
- Attack surface assessment
#### Implementation Phase
- Secure coding practices
- Static analysis integration
- Peer code review
#### Testing Phase
- Security testing automation
- Penetration testing
- Vulnerability assessment
#### Deployment Phase
- Security configuration validation
- Runtime security monitoring
- Incident response preparation
### Security Tools Integration
#### CI/CD Security Pipeline
```yaml
# GitHub Actions security workflow
- name: Security Scan
run: |
bandit -r source/ -f sarif -o bandit.sarif
safety check --json --output safety.json
semgrep --config=.semgrep.yml source/
```
#### Pre-commit Hooks
```bash
# Install security pre-commit hooks
pip install pre-commit
pre-commit install
# Security checks before each commit
bandit --severity-level medium source/
safety check
detect-secrets scan --all-files
```
## Security Testing
### Automated Security Testing
#### Static Analysis
```bash
# Code security analysis
bandit -r source/ --severity-level medium --confidence-level medium
# Dependency vulnerability scanning
safety check --policy-file .safety-policy.json
# Custom security rules
semgrep --config=.semgrep.yml source/
```
#### Dynamic Analysis
```bash
# Container security scanning
docker run --rm -v /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock \
aquasec/trivy image waygate-mcp:latest
# Network security testing
nmap -sV -O localhost -p 8000
# SSL/TLS testing
testssl.sh --vulnerable https://waygate.example.com
```
### Manual Security Testing
#### Authentication Testing
- Token validation and expiration
- Session management verification
- Authorization bypass attempts
#### Input Validation Testing
- SQL injection attempts
- XSS payload testing
- Command injection verification
#### Infrastructure Testing
- Container escape attempts
- Network segmentation validation
- Privilege escalation testing
## Incident Response
### Security Incident Classifications
#### Severity Levels
| Level | Description | Response Time | Examples |
|-------|-------------|---------------|----------|
| Critical | Active exploitation | 1 hour | Data breach, RCE |
| High | Immediate risk | 4 hours | Auth bypass, SQLi |
| Medium | Potential risk | 24 hours | XSS, weak crypto |
| Low | Minor issue | 7 days | Info disclosure |
### Response Procedures
#### Immediate Response (0-1 hours)
1. **Containment**: Isolate affected systems
2. **Assessment**: Determine scope and impact
3. **Communication**: Notify stakeholders
4. **Documentation**: Begin incident log
#### Investigation (1-24 hours)
1. **Forensics**: Collect evidence and logs
2. **Root Cause**: Identify vulnerability source
3. **Timeline**: Reconstruct attack sequence
4. **Impact**: Assess damage and exposure
#### Recovery (24-72 hours)
1. **Remediation**: Apply security fixes
2. **Validation**: Verify fix effectiveness
3. **Restoration**: Restore normal operations
4. **Monitoring**: Enhanced surveillance
#### Post-Incident (1-2 weeks)
1. **Lessons Learned**: Identify improvements
2. **Process Updates**: Revise procedures
3. **Training**: Update security awareness
4. **Disclosure**: Public communication (if needed)
### Contact Information
#### Security Team
- **Primary**: security@waygatemcp.com
- **Emergency**: +1-555-SECURITY (24/7)
- **PGP Key**: [security-team.asc](security-team.asc)
#### Escalation Chain
1. **Security Engineer**: First response
2. **Security Manager**: Critical incidents
3. **CISO**: Public disclosure decisions
4. **Legal**: Regulatory compliance
## Compliance and Standards
### Security Standards
- **OWASP Top 10**: Web application security
- **NIST Cybersecurity Framework**: Risk management
- **CIS Controls**: Implementation guidance
- **ISO 27001**: Information security management
### Compliance Requirements
- **GDPR**: Data protection regulation
- **SOC 2**: Service organization controls
- **PCI DSS**: Payment card industry (if applicable)
- **HIPAA**: Healthcare information (if applicable)
## Security Resources
### Internal Resources
- [Security Architecture Documentation](01-docs/security/)
- [Threat Modeling Templates](01-docs/security/threat-models/)
- [Security Training Materials](01-docs/security/training/)
### External Resources
- [OWASP Application Security](https://owasp.org/)
- [NIST Cybersecurity Framework](https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework)
- [Docker Security Best Practices](https://docs.docker.com/engine/security/)
- [Python Security Guidelines](https://python.org/dev/security/)
## Security Updates
### Notification Channels
- **Security Advisories**: GitHub Security Advisories
- **Mailing List**: security-announce@waygatemcp.com
- **RSS Feed**: https://waygatemcp.com/security.rss
- **Twitter**: @WaygateMCP_Security
### Update Procedures
1. **Assessment**: Evaluate security impact
2. **Development**: Create security patches
3. **Testing**: Validate fix effectiveness
4. **Release**: Deploy security updates
5. **Notification**: Inform users and stakeholders
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**Security is a shared responsibility. Thank you for helping keep Waygate MCP secure!**
*Last updated: September 29, 2025*
*Version: 2.0*
