We actively support the following versions with security updates:

If you discover a security vulnerability in GenAI Browser Tool, please report it responsibly:

1. DO NOT create a public GitHub issue
2. DO NOT disclose the vulnerability publicly until it has been addressed
3. DO email security concerns directly to: aaronsequeira12@gmail.com
4. DO provide detailed information about the vulnerability

When reporting a security vulnerability, please include:

• Description: Clear description of the vulnerability
• Impact: Potential impact and severity assessment
• Reproduction: Step-by-step instructions to reproduce
• Evidence: Screenshots, logs, or proof of concept (if applicable)
• Environment: Browser version, extension version, operating system
• Contact: Your preferred method of communication for follow-up

• Acknowledgment: Within 48 hours of report
• Initial Assessment: Within 5 business days
• Status Updates: Weekly until resolution
• Resolution: Target 30 days for critical issues, 90 days for others

The extension implements a strict Content Security Policy:

{
  "content_security_policy": {
    "extension_pages": "script-src 'self'; object-src 'self'; style-src 'self' 'unsafe-inline'; connect-src 'self' https://api.openai.com https://api.anthropic.com https://generativelanguage.googleapis.com;"
  }
}

All user inputs are validated and sanitized:

• HTML Sanitization: Using DOMPurify to prevent XSS
• Content Length Limits: Maximum content size enforcement
• Input Type Validation: Schema validation using Zod
• URL Validation: Safe URL pattern checking

• Encrypted Storage: API keys encrypted using Chrome storage
• Memory Protection: Keys cleared from memory after use
• Transmission Security: HTTPS-only API communication
• Access Control: Restricted to authorized contexts only

• Local Processing: When possible, data processed locally
• Minimal Data Collection: Only necessary data collected
• Data Retention: Automatic cleanup of old data
• User Control: Users can delete their data anytime

1. Keep Extension Updated: Always use the latest version
2. Secure API Keys: Use separate API keys for different applications
3. Review Permissions: Understand what permissions the extension requests
4. Monitor Usage: Regularly review your API usage and costs
5. Report Issues: Report any suspicious behavior immediately

1. Code Review: All code changes require security review
2. Dependency Scanning: Regular dependency vulnerability scanning
3. Security Testing: Automated security testing in CI/CD
4. Principle of Least Privilege: Minimal permission requests
5. Input Validation: Validate all inputs at boundaries

Risk: API keys could be exposed through debugging or malicious code
Mitigation:

• Keys encrypted in storage
• No keys in source code or logs
• Memory clearing after use

Risk: Malicious content could execute scripts
Mitigation:

• DOMPurify sanitization
• Content Security Policy
• Input validation and escaping

Risk: Sensitive content sent to AI providers
Mitigation:

• User awareness and consent
• Local processing when possible
• Data minimization practices

Risk: API communication interception
Mitigation:

• HTTPS-only communication
• Certificate pinning (where applicable)
• Request signing

• GDPR: European privacy regulation compliance
• CCPA: California privacy law compliance
• Data Minimization: Collect only necessary data
• Right to Deletion: Users can delete their data

• OWASP Top 10: Address common vulnerabilities
• Chrome Web Store Policies: Compliance with store requirements
• Security by Design: Security considerations in all features

• Primary Contact: Aaron Sequeira (aaronsequeira12@gmail.com)
• Technical Lead: Development team
• Security Advisor: External security consultant (if needed)

1. Detection: Vulnerability identified or reported
2. Assessment: Evaluate severity and impact
3. Containment: Implement immediate mitigations
4. Investigation: Determine root cause and scope
5. Resolution: Develop and deploy fix
6. Communication: Notify affected users
7. Documentation: Update security documentation
8. Prevention: Implement measures to prevent recurrence

Critical:

• Remote code execution
• Arbitrary file access
• API key theft
• Complete system compromise

High:

• Privilege escalation
• Significant data exposure
• Authentication bypass
• Persistent XSS

Medium:

• Limited data exposure
• Reflected XSS
• CSRF vulnerabilities
• Information disclosure

Low:

• Minor information leakage
• Configuration issues
• Non-security functionality issues

1. Security fixes prioritized over feature development
2. Patches tested thoroughly before release
3. Emergency releases for critical vulnerabilities
4. Security advisories published when appropriate

• Critical Issues: Immediate notification via extension update
• Important Issues: Email notification to registered users
• General Issues: Release notes and changelog

• Chrome Extension Security
• OWASP Web Application Security
• Mozilla Web Security Guidelines
• Google Security Best Practices

For security-related questions or concerns:

• Email: aaronsequeira12@gmail.com
• Subject Line: [SECURITY] GenAI Browser Tool - [Brief Description]
• PGP Key: Available upon request

This security policy is reviewed and updated quarterly. Last updated: November 2024