We provide security updates for the following versions of CadentialAI:

If you discover a security vulnerability in CadentialAI, please help us maintain a secure environment by reporting it responsibly.

Please do NOT create a public GitHub issue for security vulnerabilities.

Instead, please report security issues by:

1. Email: Send details to [SECURITY_EMAIL] (replace with your email)
2. Private Issue: Create a private security advisory on GitHub

When reporting a security vulnerability, please include:

• Description: Clear description of the vulnerability
• Steps to Reproduce: Detailed steps to reproduce the issue
• Impact: Potential impact and attack scenarios
• Environment: Windows version, Python version, CadentialAI version
• Screenshots/Logs: If applicable (remove sensitive information)

• Initial Response: Within 48 hours
• Assessment: Within 7 days
• Fix Development: Varies based on complexity
• Public Disclosure: After fix is released (coordinated disclosure)

1. API Keys: Store API keys securely, never commit them to version control
2. Configuration: Keep configuration files with sensitive data private
3. Updates: Keep CadentialAI and dependencies up to date
4. Permissions: Run with minimal required permissions
5. Network: Be cautious about network requests and data transmission

1. Input Validation: Always validate and sanitize inputs
2. Dependencies: Regularly update and audit dependencies
3. Secrets Management: Use environment variables or secure vaults for secrets
4. Code Review: Review code changes for security implications
5. Testing: Include security testing in your test suite

• CadentialAI uses Windows APIs and automation which require elevated permissions
• Screen capture and UI automation may capture sensitive information
• Network requests are made to AI service providers

• User commands and screen content may be sent to AI services
• Local logs may contain sensitive information
• Configuration files may contain API keys and personal settings

• Commands are sent to external AI services (OpenAI, Azure, etc.)
• Consider data privacy implications of cloud AI services
• Review AI service privacy policies and terms

Security updates will be:

• Released as soon as possible after validation
• Documented in release notes
• Announced through GitHub releases
• Tagged with security labels

We believe in responsible disclosure and will:

• Work with researchers to understand and fix vulnerabilities
• Provide credit to reporters (if desired)
• Coordinate public disclosure timing
• Maintain transparency about security practices

For security-related questions or concerns:

• Security Issues: Use private reporting methods above
• General Security Questions: Create a GitHub discussion
• Security Best Practices: Check documentation or ask in discussions

Thank you for helping keep CadentialAI secure! 🛡️