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🛡️ Security Policy

🔐 Supported Versions

We actively support and provide security updates for the following versions:

Version Supported
1.13.x ✅ Fully supported
1.12.x ✅ Security fixes
1.11.x ❌ End of life
< 1.11 ❌ Not supported

🚨 Reporting a Vulnerability

Immediate Contact

If you discover a security vulnerability, please DO NOT create a public issue. Instead:

📧 Email: security@vortex-mods.com 🔒 Subject: [SECURITY] Brief description of the issue

What to Include

Please provide as much information as possible:

  • Type of vulnerability (RCE, privilege escalation, etc.)
  • Affected components (installer, configuration, etc.)
  • Steps to reproduce the vulnerability
  • Potential impact and attack scenarios
  • Suggested fix (if you have one)

Response Timeline

  • 24 hours: Initial acknowledgment
  • 72 hours: Preliminary assessment
  • 7 days: Detailed analysis and fix timeline
  • 30 days: Maximum time to public disclosure

🔍 Security Considerations

Installation Security

  • ✅ Administrator verification: Requires explicit admin consent
  • ✅ Digital signatures: All binaries are code-signed
  • ✅ Checksum validation: Files integrity verification
  • ✅ Sandbox testing: Isolated test environment available

Runtime Security

  • ✅ No network access: Completely offline operation
  • ✅ File system isolation: Limited to specified directories
  • ✅ Registry protection: Minimal registry modifications
  • ✅ Process isolation: Runs with minimal privileges

Data Protection

  • ✅ No telemetry: Zero data collection
  • ✅ Local storage only: All data stays on user's machine
  • ✅ Encrypted configs: Sensitive settings are encrypted
  • ✅ Secure deletion: Temporary files are securely removed

🛠️ Security Best Practices

For Users

  1. Download only from official sources

    • GitHub releases page
    • Official project website
    • Verified mirrors only

  2. Verify file integrity

    # Check SHA256 hash
certutil -hashfile VortexSetup.exe SHA256

  3. Run with minimal privileges

    • Use dedicated user account if possible
    • Avoid running as full administrator
    • Use Windows UAC when prompted

  4. Keep software updated

    • Install security updates promptly
    • Monitor security announcements
    • Subscribe to security notifications

For Developers

  1. Secure development practices

    • Code review for all changes
    • Static analysis tools
    • Dependency vulnerability scanning
    • Regular security audits

  2. Input validation

    • Validate all file paths
    • Sanitize configuration inputs
    • Check file permissions
    • Verify digital signatures

🔒 Security Features

Code Signing

All executables are signed with:

  • Extended Validation (EV) certificate
  • Timestamp validation
  • Certificate chain verification

File Integrity

  • SHA256 checksums for all files
  • Digital signature verification
  • Tamper detection mechanisms

Sandboxing

  • Limited file system access
  • No network connectivity required
  • Registry access restrictions
  • Process privilege limitations

🚫 Known Limitations

Windows Defender

Some antivirus software may flag the installer due to:

  • Packing/compression techniques used
  • Registry modifications during installation
  • System file operations required for setup

Mitigation: All files are submitted to major antivirus vendors for whitelisting.

User Account Control (UAC)

Administrator privileges are required for:

  • System directory access (Program Files)
  • Registry modifications (HKLM keys)
  • Service installation (optional components)

📋 Security Checklist

Before Each Release

  • Code security review completed
  • Dependencies scanned for vulnerabilities
  • Binaries signed with valid certificate
  • Antivirus false positives addressed
  • Installation tested in isolated environment
  • Documentation updated with security notes

Regular Maintenance

  • Monthly dependency updates
  • Quarterly security assessments
  • Annual penetration testing
  • Certificate renewal tracking

🏆 Security Recognition

We appreciate responsible disclosure and may acknowledge security researchers:

Hall of Fame

Security researchers who have helped improve our security:

  • [Your name could be here]

Rewards

  • Public acknowledgment in release notes
  • CVE assignment for qualifying vulnerabilities
  • Contribution recognition in project documentation

📞 Contact Information

Security Team

General Support

  • Issues: GitHub Issues (for non-security bugs)
  • Discussions: GitHub Discussions
  • Documentation: Project wiki

📝 Security Changelog

Version 1.13.7

  • Enhanced file validation
  • Improved installer signatures
  • Updated security documentation

Version 1.13.6

  • Fixed privilege escalation issue
  • Added integrity checks
  • Security audit completed

🔒 Your security is our priority. Thank you for helping us keep Vortex Mod Manager safe for everyone.