Vulnerability Management Policy

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to establish a systematic approach to identifying, evaluating, and mitigating vulnerabilities associated with the "All in One Accessibility" widget. This policy aims to reduce security risks and improve the overall security posture of the widget by addressing vulnerabilities in a timely and effective manner.

Scope

This policy applies to all components, services, and dependencies of the "All in One Accessibility" widget, including its codebase, integrations, third-party services, and hosted environments.

Policy Statement
  1. Vulnerability Identification
    • Regular scanning and assessments are conducted to identify potential vulnerabilities in the "All in One Accessibility" widget. This includes:
      • Code review for security flaws and best practices.
      • Automated vulnerability scanning tools to detect weaknesses in dependencies, plugins, and integrations.
      • Third-party security audits to assess the overall security of the widget.
  2. Risk Assessment and Prioritization
    • Vulnerabilities are assessed based on their potential impact on the widget and its users. This assessment considers:
      • The severity of the vulnerability (e.g., critical, high, medium, low).
      • The exploitability of the vulnerability.
      • The potential consequences for user data and system integrity.
    • Vulnerabilities are prioritized for remediation according to the level of risk they pose.
  3. Patch and Remediation
    • Immediate Action:Critical vulnerabilities are addressed promptly, with patches or fixes implemented as quickly as possible to minimize potential exploitation.
    • Ongoing Remediation:For lower-severity vulnerabilities, fixes are scheduled based on priority. Patches may be rolled out during regular updates or as needed to address specific issues.
    • Remediation efforts include:
      • Updating code or configurations to address identified vulnerabilities.
      • Applying security patches provided by third-party providers (e.g., hosting providers, content delivery networks).
      • Modifying dependencies or integrations that introduce vulnerabilities.
  4. Integration with Third-Party Providers
    • Vulnerabilities introduced by third-party services (such as hosting providers like InMotion Hosting, CDN services like Cloudflare, or AI providers) are managed in collaboration with those providers.
      • Service providers must notify the team of any vulnerabilities in their systems and offer patches or workarounds.
      • The "All in One Accessibility" team ensures that relevant patches from third-party providers are integrated in a timely manner.
  5. Continuous Monitoring
    • Continuous monitoring is implemented to detect new vulnerabilities and security threats as they arise. This includes:
      • Regularly reviewing vulnerability databases and threat intelligence feeds.
      • Ongoing automated scans for vulnerabilities in both the widget’s core and third-party components.
      • User feedback or reports related to security issues or potential vulnerabilities are addressed immediately.
  6. Vulnerability Reporting and Communication
    • A clear process for reporting vulnerabilities is available to both internal team members and external users. This includes:
      • A dedicated security email or platform for reporting security concerns.
      • Ensuring that reports are acknowledged and prioritized based on severity.
      • Transparent communication with users when vulnerabilities are fixed, including information about updates or patches deployed.
  7. Documentation and Record Keeping
    • A record of all identified vulnerabilities, their assessments, remediation efforts, and resolutions is maintained. This includes:
      • A detailed log of vulnerabilities, their severity, and the corresponding fix.
      • Documentation of any third-party vulnerabilities, actions taken, and responses from service providers.
Roles and Responsibilities
  • Development Team:
    • Conducts vulnerability scanning, coding reviews, and integrates patches.
    • Works with third-party providers to address vulnerabilities in their services.
  • Security Team:
    • Oversees the vulnerability management process, including assessment and risk prioritization.
    • Ensures vulnerabilities are tracked and addressed promptly.
  • Third-Party Providers:
    • Collaborate in addressing vulnerabilities within their services that may impact the widget (e.g., hosting providers, CDN services, AI service providers).
  • Incident Response Team:
    • Assesses critical vulnerabilities and responds to potential security incidents that may arise from unpatched vulnerabilities.
Enforcement

Failure to comply with this policy may result in security incidents or breaches that could jeopardize the integrity of the "All in One Accessibility" widget. Adherence to this policy is mandatory for all team members, and non-compliance may lead to corrective actions.