We provide security updates for the current version of CAFfeine:

We take security vulnerabilities seriously. If you discover a security vulnerability in CAFfeine, please report it responsibly.

1. Do not open a public issue
2. Email security concerns to: [security contact - to be added]
3. Include detailed information about the vulnerability
4. Provide steps to reproduce if possible

• Description of the vulnerability
• Potential impact on automation and target systems
• Steps to reproduce
• Java/Selenium version details
• Browser and system information
• Any suggested fixes (optional)
• Your contact information

• Acknowledgment: Within 48 hours
• Initial Assessment: Within 1 week
• Status Updates: Weekly until resolved
• Resolution: Target within 30 days for critical issues

CAFfeine has specific security considerations related to browser automation:

• Credential and sensitive data handling
• Browser security bypass capabilities
• Automated interaction with third-party websites
• Data collection and privacy implications

• We will work with you to understand and resolve the issue
• We ask that you do not publicly disclose the vulnerability until we have had a chance to address it
• We will credit you for the discovery (unless you prefer to remain anonymous)

When contributing to CAFfeine:

• Never hardcode credentials in source code
• Use secure credential storage mechanisms
• Implement proper authentication handling
• Avoid logging sensitive information
• Use environment variables for sensitive configuration

• Handle personal data responsibly
• Implement data sanitization
• Secure temporary file storage
• Protect against data leakage
• Follow privacy best practices

• Be aware of browser security features and limitations
• Implement proper SSL/TLS validation
• Handle security warnings appropriately
• Avoid bypassing security measures unnecessarily
• Consider cookie and session security

• Validate target website permissions and terms of service
• Implement rate limiting to avoid abuse
• Handle CAPTCHA and anti-automation measures ethically
• Protect against injection attacks in automated inputs
• Secure WebDriver configuration

Be aware of these potential security issues:

• Credential Exposure: Hardcoded or logged credentials
• Data Leakage: Unprotected sensitive data collection
• Injection Attacks: Malicious input through automation
• Privacy Violations: Unauthorized data collection
• Security Bypass: Circumventing website security measures
• Session Hijacking: Improper session management

• Keep Selenium WebDriver updated
• Use secure WebDriver configurations
• Implement proper browser security settings
• Handle browser crashes and security errors
• Monitor for Selenium security advisories

• Regularly update Java dependencies
• Monitor security advisories for Selenium
• Use official Selenium distributions
• Verify library integrity and authenticity
• Review third-party library security

• Respect website terms of service
• Implement appropriate rate limiting
• Avoid overloading target servers
• Handle anti-automation measures respectfully
• Consider impact on target website performance

• Ensure automation complies with applicable laws
• Respect intellectual property rights
• Follow data protection regulations (GDPR, etc.)
• Consider jurisdiction-specific requirements
• Avoid automated activities that may be illegal

For security-related questions or concerns, please contact the development team through the appropriate channels outlined above.

Thank you for helping keep CAFfeine secure and ethical!