At CodeGenie, we take the security of our software and our users very seriously. This document outlines our policy for handling security vulnerabilities and provides guidance on how to report potential security issues.

If you discover a security vulnerability in CodeGenie, please follow these steps:

1. Do not disclose the vulnerability publicly until it has been addressed. This helps to protect the community from potential exploitation.

2. Report the vulnerability privately by sending an email to our security team at: riteshpatilgenaiofficial@gmail.com.

3. Include the following information in your report:

   • A detailed description of the vulnerability.
   • Steps to reproduce the issue.
   • Any relevant screenshots or logs.
   • The potential impact of the vulnerability.

4. Wait for a response: Our team will acknowledge receipt of your report within 48 hours. We will work to address the issue as promptly as possible and keep you informed about the progress.

5. Follow up: If you do not receive a response within a reasonable time frame or if you have additional information, please follow up with the security team.

CodeGenie is actively maintained and updated. When a security vulnerability is confirmed, we will:

1. Develop a fix and release a patch or update as soon as possible.
2. Announce the fix and any necessary mitigation steps on our GitHub repository.
3. Provide detailed information about the vulnerability and how it was resolved in our release notes.

While using CodeGenie, please adhere to the following security best practices:

• Keep dependencies up to date: Regularly update third-party libraries and dependencies to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
• Use secure coding practices: Follow best practices for secure coding to minimize the risk of introducing vulnerabilities.
• Protect sensitive information: Avoid including sensitive information (e.g., API keys, passwords) in your code or configuration files.

Our Code of Conduct applies to all interactions related to security discussions. We expect contributors to act respectfully and responsibly when handling security matters.

We appreciate the efforts of security researchers and contributors who help improve the security of CodeGenie. We will recognize and credit individuals who report vulnerabilities responsibly, subject to their consent.

For any questions or further information regarding security, please contact us at riteshpatilgenaiofficial@gmail.com.

Thank you for helping us keep CodeGenie secure!