SuperClaude/SECURITY.md

Security Policy

🔒 Reporting Security Vulnerabilities

SuperClaude Framework prioritizes security through secure-by-design principles, comprehensive input validation, and responsible vulnerability management. We are committed to maintaining a secure development platform while enabling powerful AI-assisted workflows.

Security Commitment:

• Timely response to security reports (48-72 hours)
• Transparent communication about security issues
• Regular security audits and dependency updates
• Community-driven security improvement

Responsible Disclosure

Primary Contact: anton.knoery@gmail.com (monitored by maintainers)

Process:

1. Report: Send detailed vulnerability report to anton.knoery@gmail.com
2. Acknowledgment: We'll confirm receipt within 48 hours
3. Investigation: Initial assessment within 72 hours
4. Coordination: Work together on fix development and testing
5. Disclosure: Coordinated public disclosure after fix deployment

Alternative Channels:

• GitHub Security Advisories (for GitHub-hosted issues)
• Direct contact to maintainers for critical vulnerabilities
• Encrypted communication available upon request

Please Do:

• Provide detailed technical description and reproduction steps
• Allow reasonable time for investigation and fix development
• Maintain confidentiality until coordinated disclosure

Please Don't:

• Publicly disclose vulnerabilities before coordination
• Test vulnerabilities on systems you don't own
• Access or modify data beyond proof-of-concept demonstration

What to Include

Essential Information:

• SuperClaude version: SuperClaude --version
• Operating system and version
• Python version: python3 --version
• Claude Code version: claude --version
• Vulnerability description and potential impact
• Detailed reproduction steps with minimal test case
• Proof-of-concept code or commands (if applicable)

Helpful Additional Details:

• MCP server configurations involved (if applicable)
• Network environment and proxy configurations
• Custom behavioral modes or agent configurations
• Log files or error messages (sanitized of personal data)
• Screenshots or recordings of the vulnerability demonstration

Vulnerability Report Template:

**SuperClaude Version:** [version]
**Environment:** [OS, Python version, Claude Code version]

**Vulnerability Summary:**
[Brief description of the security issue]

**Impact Assessment:**
[Potential security impact and affected components]

**Reproduction Steps:**
1. [Step-by-step instructions]
2. [Include exact commands or configuration]
3. [Show expected vs actual behavior]

**Proof of Concept:**
[Minimal code or commands demonstrating the issue]

**Suggested Fix:**
[Optional: your thoughts on remediation approach]

Response Timeline

Response Timeline:

Initial Response: 48 hours

• Acknowledge receipt of vulnerability report
• Assign internal tracking identifier
• Provide initial impact assessment

Investigation: 72 hours

• Confirm vulnerability and assess severity
• Identify affected versions and components
• Begin fix development planning

Status Updates: Weekly

• Regular progress updates during investigation
• Timeline adjustments if complexity requires extension
• Coordination on disclosure timeline

Fix Development: Severity-dependent

• Critical: 7-14 days for patch development
• High: 14-30 days for comprehensive fix
• Medium: 30-60 days for thorough resolution
• Low: Next regular release cycle

Disclosure Coordination:

• Advance notice to reporter before public disclosure
• Security advisory preparation and review
• Coordinated release with fix deployment
• Public acknowledgment of responsible disclosure

Emergency Response: For actively exploited vulnerabilities or critical security issues:

• Immediate response within 12 hours
• Emergency patch development and testing
• Expedited disclosure process with community notification

🚨 Severity Levels

Critical (CVSS 9.0-10.0)

• Examples: Remote code execution, arbitrary file system access, credential theft
• Response: 12-hour acknowledgment, 7-day fix target
• Impact: Complete system compromise or data breach potential

High (CVSS 7.0-8.9)

• Examples: Privilege escalation, sensitive data exposure, authentication bypass
• Response: 24-hour acknowledgment, 14-day fix target
• Impact: Significant security control bypass or data access

Medium (CVSS 4.0-6.9)

• Examples: Information disclosure, denial of service, configuration manipulation
• Response: 48-hour acknowledgment, 30-day fix target
• Impact: Limited security impact or specific attack scenarios

Low (CVSS 0.1-3.9)

• Examples: Minor information leaks, rate limiting bypass, non-critical validation errors
• Response: 72-hour acknowledgment, next release cycle
• Impact: Minimal security impact requiring specific conditions

Severity Assessment Factors:

• Attack Vector: Network accessible vs local access required
• Attack Complexity: Simple vs complex exploitation requirements
• Privileges Required: None vs authenticated access needed
• User Interaction: Automatic vs user action required
• Scope: Framework core vs specific component impact
• Confidentiality/Integrity/Availability Impact: Complete vs partial vs none

Special Considerations:

• MCP server vulnerabilities assessed based on worst-case configuration
• Agent coordination issues evaluated for privilege escalation potential
• Configuration file vulnerabilities considered for credential exposure risk

🔐 Supported Versions

Currently Supported Versions:

Version	Security Support	End of Support
4.1.x	✅ Full support	TBD (current)
3.x.x	⚠️ Critical only	June 2025
2.x.x	❌ No support	December 2024
1.x.x	❌ No support	June 2024

Support Policy:

• Full Support: All security issues addressed with regular patches
• Critical Only: Only critical vulnerabilities (CVSS 9.0+) receive patches
• No Support: No security patches; users should upgrade immediately

Version Support Lifecycle:

• Current Major: Full security support for entire lifecycle
• Previous Major: Critical security support for 12 months after new major release
• Legacy Versions: No support; upgrade required for security fixes

Security Update Distribution:

• Critical patches: Immediate release with emergency notification
• High severity: Coordinated release with regular update cycle
• Medium/Low: Included in next scheduled release

Upgrade Recommendations:

• Always use the latest stable version for best security posture
• Subscribe to security notifications for timely update information
• Test updates in development environment before production deployment
• Review security advisories for impact assessment

Enterprise Support: For organizations requiring extended security support:

• Contact maintainers for custom support arrangements
• Consider contributing to development for priority handling
• Implement additional security controls for unsupported versions

🛡️ Security Features

Framework Component Security (V4 Enhanced)

Input Validation & Sanitization:

• Command parameter validation and type checking
• File path sanitization and directory traversal prevention
• Agent activation logic with controlled permissions
• Configuration parsing with strict schema validation

Behavioral Mode Security:

• Mode switching validation and access controls
• Isolation between different behavioral contexts
• Safe mode operation with restricted capabilities
• Automatic fallback to secure defaults on errors

Agent Coordination Security:

• Agent privilege separation and limited scope
• Secure inter-agent communication protocols
• Resource usage monitoring and limits
• Fail-safe agent deactivation on security violations

Session Management:

• Secure session persistence with data integrity validation
• Memory isolation between different projects and users
• Automatic session cleanup and resource deallocation
• Encrypted storage for sensitive session data

Quality Gates:

• Pre-execution security validation for all commands
• Runtime monitoring for suspicious activity patterns
• Post-execution verification and rollback capabilities
• Automated security scanning for generated code

Dependency Management:

• Regular dependency updates and vulnerability scanning
• Minimal privilege principle for external library usage
• Supply chain security validation for framework components
• Isolated execution environments for external tool integration

File System Protection

Path Validation:

• Absolute path requirement for all file operations
• Directory traversal attack prevention (../ sequences blocked)
• Symbolic link resolution with safety checks
• Whitelist-based path validation for sensitive operations

File Access Controls:

• User permission respect and validation
• Read-only mode enforcement where appropriate
• Temporary file cleanup and secure deletion
• Configuration file integrity validation

Configuration Security:

• ~/.claude directory permission validation (user-only access)
• Configuration file schema validation and sanitization
• Backup creation before configuration changes
• Rollback capabilities for configuration corruption

Workspace Isolation:

• Project-specific workspace boundaries
• Prevent cross-project data leakage
• Secure temporary file management within project scope
• Automatic cleanup of generated artifacts

File Content Security:

• Binary file detection and safe handling
• Text encoding validation and normalization
• Size limits for file operations to prevent resource exhaustion
• Content scanning for potential security indicators

Backup and Recovery:

• Automatic backup creation before destructive operations
• Secure backup storage with integrity verification
• Point-in-time recovery for configuration corruption
• User data preservation during framework updates

MCP Server Security (6 Servers in V4)

MCP Server Communication:

• Secure protocol validation for all MCP server connections
• Request/response integrity verification
• Connection timeout and retry limits to prevent resource exhaustion
• Error handling that doesn't leak sensitive information

Server Configuration Security:

• Configuration file validation and schema enforcement
• Secure credential management for authenticated MCP servers
• Server capability verification and permission boundaries
• Isolation between different MCP server contexts

Individual Server Security:

Context7: Documentation lookup with request sanitization and rate limiting Sequential: Reasoning engine with controlled execution scope and resource limits Magic: UI generation with output validation and XSS prevention Playwright: Browser automation with sandboxed execution environment Morphllm: Code transformation with input validation and safety checks Serena: Memory management with secure data persistence and access controls

Network Security:

• HTTPS enforcement for external MCP server connections
• Certificate validation and pinning where applicable
• Network timeout configuration to prevent hanging connections
• Request rate limiting and abuse prevention

Data Protection:

• No persistent storage of sensitive data in MCP communications
• Memory cleanup after MCP server interactions
• Audit logging for security-relevant MCP operations
• Data minimization in server requests and responses

Failure Handling:

• Graceful degradation when MCP servers are unavailable
• Secure fallback to native capabilities without data loss
• Error isolation to prevent MCP failures from affecting framework security
• Monitoring for suspicious MCP server behavior patterns

Configuration Security

Configuration File Security:

• ~/.claude directory with user-only permissions (700)
• Configuration files with restricted access (600)
• Schema validation for all configuration content
• Atomic configuration updates to prevent corruption

Secrets Management:

• No hardcoded secrets or API keys in framework code
• Environment variable preference for sensitive configuration
• Clear documentation about credential handling best practices
• Automatic redaction of sensitive data from logs and error messages

API Key Handling:

• User-managed API keys stored in secure system credential stores
• No framework storage of Claude API credentials
• Clear separation between framework configuration and user credentials
• Guidance for secure credential rotation

MCP Server Credentials:

• Individual MCP server authentication handled securely
• No cross-server credential sharing
• User control over MCP server authentication configuration
• Clear documentation for secure MCP server setup

Configuration Validation:

• JSON schema validation for all configuration files
• Type checking and range validation for configuration values
• Detection and rejection of malicious configuration attempts
• Automatic configuration repair for common corruption scenarios

Default Security:

• Secure-by-default configuration with minimal permissions
• Explicit opt-in for potentially risky features
• Regular review of default settings for security implications
• Clear warnings for configuration changes that reduce security

🔧 Security Best Practices

For Users

Installation Security:

• Download SuperClaude only from official sources (PyPI, npm, GitHub releases)
• Verify package signatures and checksums when available
• Use virtual environments to isolate dependencies
• Keep Python, Node.js, and system packages updated

Configuration Security:

• Use secure file permissions for ~/.claude directory (user-only access)
• Store API credentials in system credential managers, not configuration files
• Regularly review and audit MCP server configurations
• Enable only needed MCP servers to minimize attack surface

Project Security:

• Never run SuperClaude with elevated privileges unless absolutely necessary
• Review generated code before execution, especially for external API calls
• Use version control to track all SuperClaude-generated changes
• Regularly backup project configurations and important data

Network Security:

• Use HTTPS for all external MCP server connections
• Be cautious when using MCP servers that access external APIs
• Consider network firewalls for restrictive environments
• Monitor network traffic for unexpected external connections

Data Privacy:

• Be mindful of sensitive data in project files when using cloud-based MCP servers
• Review MCP server privacy policies and data handling practices
• Use local-only MCP servers for sensitive projects when possible
• Regularly clean up temporary files and session data

Command Usage:

• Use --dry-run flags to preview potentially destructive operations
• Understand command scope and permissions before execution
• Be cautious with commands that modify multiple files or system configurations
• Verify command output and results before proceeding with dependent operations

For Developers

Secure Coding Standards:

• Input validation for all user-provided data and configuration
• Use parameterized queries and prepared statements for database operations
• Implement proper error handling that doesn't leak sensitive information
• Follow principle of least privilege for all component interactions

Agent Development Security:

• Validate all agent activation triggers and parameters
• Implement secure inter-agent communication protocols
• Use controlled execution environments for agent operations
• Include security-focused testing for all agent capabilities

MCP Integration Security:

• Validate all MCP server responses and data integrity
• Implement secure credential handling for authenticated servers
• Use sandboxed execution for external MCP server interactions
• Include comprehensive error handling for MCP communication failures

Command Implementation:

• Sanitize all command parameters and file paths
• Implement proper authorization checks for privileged operations
• Use safe defaults and explicit opt-in for risky functionality
• Include comprehensive input validation and bounds checking

Testing Requirements:

• Security-focused unit tests for all security-critical functionality
• Integration tests that include adversarial inputs and edge cases
• Regular security scanning of dependencies and external integrations
• Penetration testing for new features with external communication

Code Review Security:

• Security-focused code review for all changes to core framework
• Automated security scanning integrated into CI/CD pipeline
• Regular dependency audits and update procedures
• Documentation review for security implications of new features

External Integration:

• Secure API communication with proper authentication and encryption
• Validation of all external data sources and third-party services
• Sandboxed execution for external tool integration
• Clear documentation of security boundaries and trust relationships

📋 Security Checklist

Before Release

Pre-Release Security Validation:

Dependency Security:

• Run dependency vulnerability scanning (pip audit, npm audit)
• Update all dependencies to latest secure versions
• Review new dependencies for security implications
• Verify supply chain security for critical dependencies

Code Security Review:

• Security-focused code review for all new features
• Static analysis security testing (SAST) completion
• Manual review of security-critical functionality
• Validation of input sanitization and output encoding

Configuration Security:

• Review default configuration for secure-by-default settings
• Validate configuration schema and input validation
• Test configuration file permission requirements
• Verify backup and recovery functionality

MCP Server Security:

• Test MCP server connection security and error handling
• Validate MCP server authentication and authorization
• Review MCP server communication protocols
• Test MCP server failure scenarios and fallback behavior

Integration Testing:

• Security-focused integration tests with adversarial inputs
• Cross-platform security validation
• End-to-end workflow security testing
• Performance testing under security constraints

Documentation Security:

• Security documentation updates and accuracy review
• User security guidance validation and testing
• Developer security guidelines review
• Vulnerability disclosure process documentation update

Regular Maintenance

Daily Security Monitoring:

• Automated dependency vulnerability scanning
• Security alert monitoring from GitHub and package registries
• Community-reported issue triage and assessment
• Log analysis for suspicious activity patterns

Weekly Security Tasks:

• Dependency update evaluation and testing
• Security-focused code review for incoming contributions
• MCP server security configuration review
• User-reported security issue investigation

Monthly Security Maintenance:

• Comprehensive dependency audit and update cycle
• Security documentation review and updates
• MCP server integration security testing
• Framework configuration security validation

Quarterly Security Review:

• Complete security architecture review
• Threat model updates and validation
• Security testing and penetration testing
• Security training and awareness updates for contributors

Annual Security Assessment:

• External security audit consideration
• Security policy and procedure review
• Incident response plan testing and updates
• Security roadmap planning and prioritization

Continuous Monitoring:

• Automated security scanning in CI/CD pipeline
• Real-time monitoring for new vulnerability disclosures
• Community security discussion monitoring
• Security research and best practice tracking

Response Procedures:

• Established incident response procedures for security events
• Communication plans for security advisories and updates
• Rollback procedures for security-related issues
• Community notification systems for critical security updates

🤝 Security Community

Bug Bounty Program

Security Researcher Recognition:

Hall of Fame: Security researchers who responsibly disclose vulnerabilities are recognized in:

• Security advisory acknowledgments
• Annual security report contributor recognition
• GitHub contributor recognition and special mentions
• Community newsletter and blog post acknowledgments

Recognition Criteria:

• Responsible disclosure following established timeline
• High-quality vulnerability reports with clear reproduction steps
• Constructive collaboration during fix development and testing
• Adherence to ethical security research practices

Public Recognition:

• CVE credit for qualifying vulnerabilities
• Security advisory co-authorship for significant discoveries
• Speaking opportunities at community events and conferences
• Priority review for future security research and contributions

Current Incentive Structure: SuperClaude Framework currently operates as an open-source project without monetary bug bounty rewards. Recognition focuses on professional acknowledgment and community contribution value.

Future Incentive Considerations: As the project grows and secures funding:

• Potential monetary rewards for critical vulnerability discoveries
• Exclusive access to pre-release security testing opportunities
• Enhanced collaboration opportunities with security team
• Priority support for security research and tooling requests

Qualifying Vulnerability Types:

• Framework core security vulnerabilities
• Agent coordination security issues
• MCP server integration security problems
• Configuration security and privilege escalation
• Data integrity and confidentiality issues

Non-Qualifying Issues:

• Issues in third-party dependencies (report to respective projects)
• Social engineering or physical security issues
• Denial of service through resource exhaustion (unless critical)
• Security issues requiring highly privileged access or custom configuration

Security Advisory Process

Security Advisory Lifecycle:

Advisory Creation:

1. Initial Assessment: Vulnerability validation and impact analysis
2. Advisory Draft: Technical description, affected versions, and impact assessment
3. Fix Development: Coordinated patch development with testing
4. Pre-Release Review: Advisory accuracy and completeness validation

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Reporter Communication: Regular updates and collaboration on fix validation
• Maintainer Review: Technical accuracy and fix verification
• Community Preparation: Pre-announcement for high-impact vulnerabilities
• Downstream Notification: Alert dependent projects and distributions

Disclosure Timeline:

• Coordinated Disclosure: 90-day standard timeline from fix availability
• Emergency Disclosure: Immediate for actively exploited vulnerabilities
• Extended Coordination: Additional time for complex fixes with prior agreement
• Public Release: Advisory publication with fix deployment

Advisory Content:

• Vulnerability Description: Clear technical explanation of the security issue
• Impact Assessment: CVSS score and real-world impact analysis
• Affected Versions: Complete list of vulnerable framework versions
• Fix Information: Patch details, workarounds, and upgrade instructions
• Credit: Responsible disclosure acknowledgment and researcher recognition

Distribution Channels:

• GitHub Security Advisories for primary notification
• Community mailing lists and discussion forums
• Social media announcements for high-impact issues
• Vulnerability databases (CVE, NVD) for formal tracking

Post-Disclosure:

• Community Q&A and support for advisory understanding
• Lessons learned analysis and process improvement
• Security documentation updates based on discovered issues
• Enhanced testing and validation for similar vulnerability classes

📞 Contact Information

Security Team

Primary Security Contact:

• Email: anton.knoery@gmail.com
• Monitored By: Core maintainers and security-focused contributors
• Response Time: 48-72 hours for initial acknowledgment
• Escalation: Direct maintainer contact for critical issues requiring immediate attention

Security Team Structure:

• Lead Security Maintainer: Responsible for security policy and coordination
• Code Security Reviewers: Focus on secure coding practices and vulnerability assessment
• Infrastructure Security: MCP server security and integration validation
• Community Security Liaisons: Interface with security researchers and community

GitHub Security Integration:

• Security Advisories: https://github.com/SuperClaude-Org/SuperClaude_Framework/security/advisories
• Security Policy: Available in repository security tab
• Vulnerability Reporting: GitHub's private vulnerability reporting system
• Security Team: GitHub team with security focus and escalation procedures

Encrypted Communication: For sensitive security discussions requiring encrypted communication:

• GPG Key: Available upon request to anton.knoery@gmail.com
• Signal: Secure messaging coordination available for complex cases
• Private Channels: Dedicated security discussion channels for verified researchers

Emergency Contact: For critical vulnerabilities requiring immediate attention:

• Priority Email: anton.knoery@gmail.com (monitored continuously)
• Escalation Path: Direct maintainer contact information provided upon first contact

General Security Questions

General Security Questions:

• GitHub Discussions: https://github.com/SuperClaude-Org/SuperClaude_Framework/discussions
• Community Forums: Security-focused discussion threads
• Documentation: Security Best Practices
• Issue Tracker: Non-sensitive security configuration questions

Technical Security Support:

• Configuration Help: MCP server security setup and validation
• Best Practices: Secure usage patterns and recommendations
• Integration Security: Third-party tool security considerations
• Compliance Questions: Security framework compliance and standards

Educational Resources:

• Security Guides: Framework security documentation and tutorials
• Webinars: Community security education and awareness sessions
• Blog Posts: Security tips, best practices, and case studies
• Conference Talks: Security-focused presentations and demonstrations

Professional Support: For organizations requiring dedicated security support:

• Consulting: Security architecture review and recommendations
• Custom Security: Tailored security implementations and validation
• Training: Security-focused training for development teams
• Compliance: Assistance with security compliance and audit requirements

Response Expectations:

• General Questions: 3-5 business days through community channels
• Technical Support: 1-2 business days for configuration assistance
• Best Practices: Community-driven responses with maintainer oversight
• Professional Inquiries: Direct contact for custom arrangements

📚 Additional Resources

Security-Related Documentation

Framework Security Documentation:

• Quick Start Practices Guide - Security-focused usage patterns
• Technical Architecture - Security design principles
• Contributing Code Guide - Secure development practices
• Testing & Debugging Guide - Security testing procedures

MCP Server Security:

• MCP Servers Guide - Server security configuration
• Troubleshooting Guide - Security-related issue resolution
• MCP Server Documentation - Individual server security considerations
• Configuration Security - Secure MCP setup and credential management

Agent Security:

• Agents Guide - Agent security boundaries and coordination
• Agent Development - Security considerations for agent implementation
• Behavioral Modes - Security implications of different operational modes
• Command Security - Security aspects of command execution and validation

Session Management Security:

• Session Management Guide - Secure session handling
• Memory Security - Secure handling of persistent session data
• Project Isolation - Security boundaries between different projects
• Context Security - Secure context loading and validation

External Security Resources

Security Standards and Frameworks:

• OWASP Top 10: Web application security risks and mitigation strategies
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework: Comprehensive security risk management
• CIS Controls: Critical security controls for effective cyber defense
• ISO 27001: Information security management systems standard

Python Security Resources:

• Python Security: https://python-security.readthedocs.io/
• Bandit: Security linting for Python code
• Safety: Python dependency vulnerability scanning
• PyUp.io: Automated Python security monitoring

Node.js Security Resources:

• Node.js Security Working Group: https://github.com/nodejs/security-wg
• npm audit: Dependency vulnerability scanning
• Snyk: Comprehensive dependency security monitoring
• Node Security Platform: Security advisories and vulnerability database

AI/ML Security:

• OWASP AI Security: AI/ML security guidance and best practices
• NIST AI Risk Management Framework: AI system security considerations
• Microsoft Responsible AI: AI security and privacy best practices
• Google AI Safety: AI system safety and security research

Development Security:

• OWASP DevSecOps: Security integration in development workflows
• GitHub Security Features: Security scanning and dependency management
• SAST Tools: Static application security testing resources
• Secure Code Review: Security-focused code review practices

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Security Policy Maintenance:

Last Updated: December 2024 (SuperClaude Framework v4.0) Next Review: March 2025 (Quarterly review cycle) Version: 4.1.5 (Updated for v4 architectural changes)

Review Schedule:

• Quarterly Reviews: Security policy accuracy and completeness assessment
• Release Reviews: Policy updates for new features and architectural changes
• Incident Reviews: Policy updates based on security incidents and lessons learned
• Annual Assessment: Comprehensive security policy and procedure review

Change Management:

• Minor Updates: Clarifications and contact information updates
• Major Updates: Architectural changes, new security features, and process improvements
• Emergency Updates: Critical security policy changes requiring immediate implementation
• Community Input: Regular solicitation of community feedback and improvement suggestions

Security Contributor Acknowledgments:

SuperClaude Framework's security posture benefits from community-driven security research, responsible disclosure, and collaborative improvement efforts.

Security Contributors:

• Security researchers who responsibly disclose vulnerabilities
• Community members who identify and report security configuration issues
• Developers who contribute security-focused code improvements and testing
• Documentation contributors who improve security guidance and best practices

Recognition:

• GitHub Contributors - Complete contributor recognition
• Security advisories include researcher acknowledgment and credit
• Annual security report highlights significant security contributions
• Community discussions celebrate helpful security guidance and support

Ongoing Security Community: The SuperClaude security community continues growing through shared commitment to secure AI-assisted development workflows. Security-focused contributions, from vulnerability reports to secure coding practices, strengthen the framework for all users.

Join Security Efforts: Whether you're reporting security issues, improving security documentation, or contributing security-focused code, your efforts help build more secure software development tools for the entire community.