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SECURITY.md

Security Policy

πŸ›‘οΈ Supported Versions

We actively support the following versions of Sayf AI Text Fixer with security updates:

Version Supported Status
2.9.x βœ… Current Release Fully Supported
2.0.x βœ… Previous Major Security Fixes Only
1.5.x ❌ Legacy No Longer Supported
< 1.5 ❌ Deprecated No Longer Supported

πŸ”’ Security Considerations

API Key Security

  • Local Storage: API keys are stored locally in encrypted configuration files
  • No Transmission: Keys are only sent directly to Google Gemini API via HTTPS
  • No Logging: API keys are never logged or cached in plain text
  • User Responsibility: Keep your API keys secure and regenerate if compromised

Data Privacy

  • Local Processing: All text processing occurs locally except AI API calls
  • No Data Retention: No user text is stored or retained by the application
  • Temporary Processing: Text is only held in memory during active processing
  • No Analytics: No usage analytics or telemetry data is collected

Network Security

  • HTTPS Only: All API communications use encrypted HTTPS connections
  • Certificate Validation: SSL/TLS certificates are properly validated
  • No Proxy Issues: Direct API connections prevent man-in-the-middle attacks
  • Firewall Friendly: Standard HTTPS port 443 communication

🚨 Reporting Security Vulnerabilities

We take security seriously. If you discover a security vulnerability, please follow these steps:

DO NOT Report Publicly

  • Do not create public GitHub issues for security vulnerabilities
  • Do not discuss vulnerabilities in public forums or social media
  • Do not share vulnerability details until we've had time to address them

Preferred Reporting Method

  1. Email: Send details to the repository owner via GitHub profile
  2. GitHub Security: Use GitHub's private security reporting feature
  3. Direct Message: Contact @zSayf through GitHub

Include in Your Report

  • Description: Clear description of the vulnerability
  • Impact: Potential impact and attack scenarios
  • Reproduction: Step-by-step reproduction instructions
  • Environment: Windows version, AutoHotkey version, application version
  • Proof of Concept: Code or screenshots demonstrating the issue (if applicable)

Response Timeline

  • Initial Response: Within 48 hours of report
  • Assessment: Vulnerability assessment within 7 days
  • Fix Development: Based on severity (see below)
  • Disclosure: Coordinated disclosure after fix is available

⚑ Severity Levels

Critical (24-48 hour response)

  • Remote code execution
  • API key exposure or theft
  • System privilege escalation
  • Data exfiltration capabilities

High (1 week response)

  • Local privilege escalation
  • Significant data exposure
  • Authentication bypass
  • Denial of service attacks

Medium (2 weeks response)

  • Information disclosure
  • Configuration vulnerabilities
  • Minor privilege escalation
  • Input validation issues

Low (30 days response)

  • UI spoofing
  • Minor information leaks
  • Non-security bugs with security implications

πŸ” Security Best Practices for Users

API Key Management

  • Use dedicated keys: Create separate API keys for different applications
  • Monitor usage: Regularly check API usage in Google Console
  • Rotate keys: Periodically regenerate API keys as best practice
  • Limit permissions: Use minimum required API permissions

Installation Security

  • Download from official sources: Only use GitHub releases or verified sources
  • Verify file integrity: Check file sizes and signatures when possible
  • Keep updated: Always use the latest supported version
  • Scan for malware: Use antivirus software to scan downloaded files

Runtime Security

  • Run with minimal privileges: Don't run as administrator unless required
  • Monitor API usage: Watch for unusual API consumption patterns
  • Review logs: Periodically check application logs for anomalies
  • Network monitoring: Monitor network connections if concerned

πŸ› οΈ Security Features

Built-in Protections

  • Input Validation: All user inputs are validated and sanitized
  • Error Handling: Comprehensive error handling prevents information leaks
  • Resource Limits: Memory and processing limits prevent resource exhaustion
  • Injection Protection: AI prompts are sanitized to prevent injection attacks

Configuration Security

  • Encrypted Storage: Sensitive configuration data is encrypted
  • File Permissions: Configuration files have restricted access permissions
  • Validation: All configuration values are validated before use
  • Recovery: Self-healing configuration system prevents corruption exploitation

πŸ“‹ Security Audit Information

Last Security Review

  • Date: August 2025
  • Version: v2.9.1
  • Scope: Full application security assessment
  • Findings: No critical vulnerabilities identified

Known Security Considerations

  • AutoHotkey Runtime: Inherits security characteristics of AutoHotkey v2
  • Windows Integration: Uses Windows APIs for system integration features
  • Registry Access: Requires registry access for auto-startup functionality
  • Network Access: Requires internet access for AI API functionality

πŸ”„ Security Update Policy

Automatic Updates

  • Currently, manual updates are required
  • Security notifications via GitHub releases
  • Critical security updates will be clearly marked

Update Verification

  • All releases are signed and verified
  • SHA checksums provided for file integrity
  • GitHub release artifacts are the official distribution method

πŸ™ Acknowledgments

We appreciate security researchers and users who help keep Sayf AI Text Fixer secure:

  • Responsible Disclosure: Thanks to all who follow responsible disclosure practices
  • Community Support: Gratitude to users who report security concerns promptly
  • Security Researchers: Recognition for professional security assessments

πŸ“ž Additional Resources


For non-security related issues, please use our GitHub Issues page.

There aren’t any published security advisories