We actively support the following versions of Zellij Utils:

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

Please do not create public GitHub issues for security vulnerabilities. This could put users at risk.

Send an email to: [INSERT SECURITY EMAIL]

Include the following information:

• Description of the vulnerability
• Steps to reproduce the issue
• Potential impact assessment
• Suggested fix (if you have one)
• Your contact information

We aim to respond to security reports within:

• 24 hours: Initial acknowledgment
• 72 hours: Preliminary assessment
• 7 days: Detailed response with timeline

1. Investigation: We'll investigate and confirm the vulnerability
2. Fix Development: We'll develop and test a fix
3. Security Advisory: We'll prepare a security advisory
4. Coordinated Disclosure: We'll work with you on disclosure timing
5. Public Release: We'll release the fix and advisory

Zellij Utils consists of shell scripts that:

• Handle user input and file paths
• Execute system commands
• Manage session data
• Process configuration files

1. Input Validation

   • Session names are sanitized
   • File paths are validated
   • Command arguments are properly escaped

2. Command Injection Prevention

   • All user input is properly quoted
   • No direct evaluation of user-provided strings
   • Safe parameter expansion techniques

3. File System Security

   • Configuration files have appropriate permissions
   • No sensitive data in temporary files
   • Safe handling of symbolic links

4. Process Security

   • No unnecessary privilege escalation
   • Secure handling of environment variables
   • Safe subprocess execution

We maintain comprehensive security tests:

• Input validation tests
• Command injection prevention
• File system security validation
• Process isolation verification

Run security tests with:

bash tests/security_tests.sh

1. Verify Source: Only install from official sources
2. Review Scripts: Examine installation scripts before execution
3. Check Permissions: Ensure appropriate file permissions
4. Regular Updates: Keep Zellij Utils updated

1. Protect Config Files: Set appropriate permissions on config files
2. Review Settings: Understand all configuration options
3. Limit Scope: Use least-privilege principles
4. Monitor Changes: Track configuration modifications

1. Validate Input: Be cautious with session names and paths
2. Secure Networks: Use secure connections for remote sessions
3. Regular Audits: Periodically review active sessions
4. Clean Up: Remove unused sessions and configurations

Potential security risks include:

• Malicious session names
• Path traversal attempts
• Command injection via parameters
• Configuration file tampering
• Environment variable manipulation

We implement multiple layers of protection:

• Input sanitization and validation
• Secure coding practices
• Comprehensive testing
• Regular security audits
• Community review process

Security updates are communicated through:

• GitHub Security Advisories
• Repository releases
• Email notifications (if subscribed)
• Community channels

1. Automatic Detection: Monitor for new releases
2. Review Changes: Check release notes for security fixes
3. Test Updates: Verify compatibility in test environment
4. Apply Updates: Install security fixes promptly
5. Verify Installation: Confirm successful update

We appreciate security researchers who:

• Follow responsible disclosure practices
• Provide clear, detailed reports
• Work with us on fix development
• Respect user privacy and safety

Security contributors may be recognized in:

• Security advisory acknowledgments
• Project documentation
• Community recognition programs

For security-related questions or concerns:

• Email: [INSERT SECURITY EMAIL]
• Response Time: Within 24 hours
• Encryption: PGP key available on request

Note: This security policy is a living document and may be updated as the project evolves. Please check for updates regularly.