Fix code scanning alert - Add a template Security.md

[reactive-firewall]

Describe why security is already mitigated to ensure template users can follow the protocols to properly gate-keep their projects while also providing a starting point for a more robust security policy when needed.

Tracking issue for:

• https://github.com/reactive-firewall/python-repo/security/code-scanning/91

[reactive-firewall]

@coderabbitai, please read every file in the project, and then generate a draft of a relevant security policy document for the project.

[coderabbitai]

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@reactive-firewall,

As we delve into the intricate layers of your codebase—a journey not unlike navigating the cosmos—we find opportunities to fortify the security landscape of your project. Based on the files and structures present, I've drafted a Security Policy tailored to your Python repository.

# Security Policy

## Supported Versions

We actively support the following versions of the project:

| Version | Supported          |
| ------- | ------------------ |
| 1.x     | :white_check_mark: |

## Reporting a Vulnerability

If you discover a security vulnerability, we encourage you to report it as soon as possible. Please email us at [security@yourproject.org](mailto:security@yourproject.org) with a detailed description of the issue and any relevant proof of concept. We are committed to addressing all security concerns promptly.

## Security Measures

- **Dependency Management**: Our project uses `requirements.txt` and `setup.py` for dependency management. We regularly review and update dependencies to patch known vulnerabilities, adhering to best practices in dependency hygiene.

- **Handling of Secrets**: The codebase does not contain hardcoded secrets such as passwords, API keys, or tokens. We recommend that all contributors use environment variables or secure configuration management tools to handle sensitive information.

- **Secure Coding Practices**: We follow custom coding standards, including **CEP-8** for Python and **CEP-5** for Bash scripts, to ensure code quality and security. These standards emphasize input validation, error handling, and adherence to the principle of least privilege.

- **Encryption and Cryptography**: While the current codebase does not implement encryption or decryption functionalities, any future cryptographic implementations will utilize well-vetted libraries and follow industry-standard algorithms to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.

- **Authentication and Authorization**: References to authentication mechanisms are minimal. Any future integration of authentication features will be designed with robust security protocols and regular audits.

## Code Scanning and Continuous Integration

We employ tools such as `flake8`, `pytest`, and `tox` for continuous integration and static code analysis. These tools help us identify potential security issues early in the development process.

## Security Updates

We are committed to promptly updating the project to address any security vulnerabilities. Users are encouraged to keep their versions up to date to benefit from the latest security enhancements.

## Third-Party Dependencies

All third-party libraries and dependencies are sourced from trusted repositories. We closely monitor these dependencies for any reported vulnerabilities and apply patches as necessary.

## Contact Information

For any security-related inquiries or to report a vulnerability, please contact us at [security@yourproject.org](mailto:security@yourproject.org).

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Ensuring the security of your project is akin to maintaining the integrity of the universe—every component matters. This draft serves as a foundation upon which you can build a comprehensive security policy that reflects the unique aspects of your project.

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<summary>🏁 Scripts executed</summary>

The following scripts were executed for the analysis:

Script:
```shell
#!/bin/bash
# List all files in the repository
fd -t f

# Search for security-related keywords in Python and Shell scripts
rg --type py --type sh --ignore-case '(password|secret|token|api_key|auth|encrypt|decrypt|crypto)'

# Extract all Python imports to identify security-related libraries
rg --type py '^import ' -o

# Identify functions related to security in Python files
ast-grep --type py --pattern $'def $_($$):\n    $$$' | rg --ignore-case '(auth|encrypt|decrypt|crypto|login|verify)'

# Search for any hardcoded secrets in the codebase
rg --files-with-matches --type py --type sh '(AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID|AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY|PRIVATE_KEY|BEGIN RSA PRIVATE KEY|password\s*=)'

# Identify TODO or FIXME comments related to security
rg --ignore-case '(TODO|FIXME).*security'

# List any existing security policy files
fd --type f --glob 'SECURITY.md'

# Check for use of SSL/TLS in the codebase
rg --type py --type sh '(ssl|tls|SSL|TLS)'

# Find all dependencies specified in requirements.txt or setup.py
fd --type f --name 'requirements.txt' -x cat {}
fd --type f --name 'setup.py' -x cat {}

Length of output: 2296

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Script:

#!/bin/bash
# Corrected shell scripts

# List all files in the repository
fd -t f

# Search for security-related keywords in Python and Shell scripts
rg --type py --type sh --ignore-case '(password|secret|token|api_key|auth|encrypt|decrypt|crypto)'

# Extract all Python imports to identify security-related libraries
rg --type py '^import ' -o

# Identify functions related to security in Python files
ast-grep --pattern $'def $_($$):\n    $$$' | rg --ignore-case '(auth|encrypt|decrypt|crypto|login|verify)'

# Search for any hardcoded secrets in the codebase
rg --files-with-matches --type py --type sh '(AWS_ACCESS_KEY_ID|AWS_SECRET_ACCESS_KEY|PRIVATE_KEY|BEGIN RSA PRIVATE KEY|password\s*=)'

# Identify TODO or FIXME comments related to security
rg --ignore-case '(TODO|FIXME).*security'

# List any existing security policy files
fd 'SECURITY.md'

# Check for use of SSL/TLS in the codebase
rg --type py --type sh '(ssl|tls|SSL|TLS)'

# Find all dependencies specified in requirements.txt or setup.py
fd 'requirements.txt' -x cat {}
fd 'setup.py' -x cat {}

Length of output: 7304

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🧠 Learnings used

Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/ymmv#0
File: :0-0
Timestamp: 2024-10-04T04:44:29.557Z
Learning: Reactive-firewall prefers to include custom coding standards CEP-8 and CEP-5 for Python and Bash code, in code reviews.

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Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/multicast#0
File: :0-0
Timestamp: 2024-10-12T00:41:41.731Z
Learning: For future scripts, reactive-firewall prefers to use only POSIX built-ins (like `printf` instead of `echo`) to align with CEP-8 conventions.

---

Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/ymmv#0
File: :0-0
Timestamp: 2024-10-15T03:33:11.051Z
Learning: When organizing documentation sections, reactive-firewall prefers to group common or repeated concepts together to improve readability. This preference yields to the preservation of logical semantics.

---

Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/multicast#0
File: :0-0
Timestamp: 2024-10-21T04:40:19.258Z
Learning: For future reviews, remember that reactive-firewall prefers to keep un-mapped exit codes as they are until they are ready to be mapped.

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Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/multicast#0
File: :0-0
Timestamp: 2024-10-12T03:22:28.902Z
Learning: For future scripts, reactive-firewall prefers to keep the shebang line with an extra space (e.g., `#! /bin/bash`) as per project style.

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Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/multicast#110
File: docs/CI.md:32-32
Timestamp: 2024-10-08T21:59:30.537Z
Learning: Reactive-firewall prefers to keep the word "own" in headings when emphasizing the reader's personal test.

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Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/multicast#110
File: docs/CI.md:32-32
Timestamp: 2024-09-17T06:40:42.918Z
Learning: Reactive-firewall prefers to keep the word "own" in headings when emphasizing the reader's personal test.

---

Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/ymmv#0
File: :0-0
Timestamp: 2024-10-08T21:59:30.537Z
Learning: Reactive-firewall prefers to include custom coding standards CEP-8 and CEP-5 for Python and Bash code respectively in code reviews.

---

Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/ymmv#0
File: :0-0
Timestamp: 2024-10-08T21:59:27.171Z
Learning: Reactive-firewall prefers to include custom coding standards CEP-8 and CEP-5 for Python and Bash code respectively in code reviews.

---

Learnt from: reactive-firewall
PR: reactive-firewall/ymmv#0
File: :0-0
Timestamp: 2024-10-08T21:59:30.537Z
Learning: Reactive-firewall prefers to include custom coding standards CEP-8 and CEP-5 for Python and Bash code respectively in code reviews.