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SECURITY.md

Security Policy

Supported Versions

We actively support the following versions with security updates:

Version Supported
1.0.x
< 1.0

Reporting a Vulnerability

If you discover a security vulnerability in AgriCredit, please help us by reporting it responsibly.

How to Report

Please do NOT report security vulnerabilities through public GitHub issues.

Instead, please report security vulnerabilities by emailing security@agricredit.com.

What to Include

When reporting a vulnerability, please include:

  • A clear description of the vulnerability
  • Steps to reproduce the issue
  • Potential impact and severity
  • Any suggested fixes or mitigations
  • Your contact information for follow-up

Our Response Process

  1. Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge receipt of your report within 48 hours
  2. Investigation: Our security team will investigate and validate the vulnerability
  3. Updates: We will provide regular updates on our progress (at least weekly)
  4. Resolution: Once resolved, we will notify you and coordinate disclosure timing
  5. Credit: With your permission, we will credit you in our security advisory

Disclosure Policy

  • We follow a 90-day disclosure timeline from the initial report
  • We will coordinate disclosure with you to ensure responsible disclosure
  • We will publish security advisories on our website and GitHub Security Advisories

Security Best Practices

For Users

  • Always connect to the official AgriCredit website
  • Use strong, unique passwords
  • Enable two-factor authentication when available
  • Keep your wallet software updated
  • Never share your private keys or seed phrases

For Developers

  • Follow secure coding practices
  • Use parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection
  • Implement proper input validation
  • Use HTTPS for all communications
  • Regularly update dependencies
  • Conduct security audits before major releases

Security Features

AgriCredit implements several security measures:

  • Blockchain Security: All transactions are recorded on immutable blockchain ledgers
  • Smart Contract Audits: Regular third-party security audits of smart contracts
  • Encryption: End-to-end encryption for sensitive data
  • Access Controls: Role-based access control for different user types
  • Monitoring: 24/7 monitoring for suspicious activities
  • Backup Systems: Regular backups with secure storage

Bug Bounty Program

We run a bug bounty program to encourage security research. Eligible vulnerabilities include:

  • Remote code execution
  • SQL injection
  • Cross-site scripting (XSS)
  • Cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
  • Authentication bypass
  • Privilege escalation
  • Smart contract vulnerabilities

Rewards

Rewards are determined based on severity:

  • Critical: Up to $10,000
  • High: Up to $5,000
  • Medium: Up to $2,000
  • Low: Up to $500

Contact

For security-related questions or concerns, contact us at security@agricredit.com.

Thank you for helping keep AgriCredit secure!

There aren't any published security advisories