We take the security of Programming Tutorials Pro seriously. This document outlines our security practices and how to report potential vulnerabilities.
We provide security updates for the following versions:
| Version | Supported |
|---|---|
| Latest | ✅ |
| < 1.0 | ❌ |
- Zero Data Collection: This application does not collect, store, or transmit any personal user data
- Local Storage Only: All progress and preferences are stored locally on the user's device
- No External Tracking: No analytics, tracking scripts, or third-party data collection
- GDPR Compliant: Full compliance with European data protection regulations
- Static Content: All tutorial content is static HTML/CSS/JavaScript
- No Server-Side Processing: No backend servers or databases to compromise
- HTTPS Only: Served exclusively over HTTPS when deployed
- Content Security Policy: Implemented CSP headers for XSS protection
- Subresource Integrity: All external resources verified with SRI hashes
- Service Worker Integrity: Service worker only caches known, safe resources
- Manifest Security: Web app manifest follows security best practices
- Origin Restrictions: PWA installation limited to verified origins
- Secure Headers: Security headers implemented for all responses
- TLS Encryption: All communications encrypted in transit
- HSTS Headers: HTTP Strict Transport Security enforced
- Certificate Transparency: SSL certificates logged for transparency
- DNS Security: DNSSEC validation where supported
- Cookie-Free: No tracking cookies used
- No Fingerprinting: No device or browser fingerprinting
- No Third-Party Analytics: No Google Analytics or similar services
- Local-First: All data remains on user's device
- Data Minimization: Only essential data stored locally
- Purpose Limitation: Data used only for app functionality
- Storage Limitation: Data automatically expires
- User Control: Users can clear all data anytime
- 404 Errors: Custom 404 page with helpful navigation
- 500 Errors: Server error page with recovery options
- 403 Errors: Access denied page with clear explanation
- Network Errors: Offline functionality maintained
- No Automatic Reporting: Errors not automatically sent anywhere
- User Privacy: Error details remain on user's device
- Debugging Information: Available in browser console only
- Code Editors: Client-side only, no code execution
- Terminal Simulators: Educational simulation, no system access
- Form Inputs: Sanitized and validated client-side
- Target="_blank": External links open in new tabs with
rel="noopener noreferrer" - Verified Sources: All external links point to official documentation
- No Malicious Content: All linked resources are verified safe
- Modern Standards: Uses modern web standards securely
- Fallback Security: Graceful degradation for older browsers
- Feature Detection: Progressive enhancement approach
If you discover a security vulnerability in this application, please follow these steps:
- Email: Create an issue in the repository with the label "security"
- Subject: "Security Vulnerability Report - Programming Tutorials Pro"
Please include the following information:
- Description of the vulnerability
- Steps to reproduce the issue
- Potential impact assessment
- Affected versions/browsers
- Suggested remediation (if known)
- Your contact information for follow-up
- Initial Response: Within 24 hours of report
- Assessment: Within 72 hours
- Resolution: Critical issues within 1 week, others within 2 weeks
- Disclosure: Coordinated disclosure after fix is deployed
- Only install the PWA from the official URL:
s23010843.github.io/tutorial - Verify the SSL certificate when visiting the site
- Ensure you're on the correct domain before installation
- Keep your browser updated for latest security patches
- Use HTTPS version of the site only
- Clear browser data periodically if desired
- Report any suspicious behavior immediately
- No personal information is required or requested
- All learning progress is stored locally on your device
- Uninstalling the PWA removes all local data
- No account creation or login required
This security policy covers:
- The main PWA application files
- All tutorial content and interactive elements
- Service worker implementation
- PWA manifest and installation process
- All static assets and resources
This policy does NOT cover:
- Third-party dependencies (user's browser security)
- External websites linked from tutorials
- User's device or network security
- Local development environments
- The PWA checks for updates when online
- Critical security fixes are deployed immediately
- Users are notified of important updates through the app
- Service worker handles seamless updates
Users can manually check for updates by:
- Refreshing the application
- Checking the browser's PWA update notifications
- Reinstalling the PWA if needed
- Clearing browser cache and reloading
- Follows OWASP guidelines for web application security
- Implements W3C security recommendations for PWAs
- Adheres to GitHub Pages security requirements
- Complies with modern web security standards
- GDPR Compliant: No personal data collection
- CCPA Compliant: No personal information sale or sharing
- COPPA Compliant: Safe for users under 13
- Privacy by Design: Built with privacy as core principle
- WCAG 2.1 AA: Accessible design prevents security issues
- Screen Reader Safe: No hidden malicious content
- Keyboard Navigation: Secure navigation patterns
- GitHub security advisories monitoring
- Dependency vulnerability scanning
- SSL certificate monitoring
- Content integrity verification
- Regular security assessments
- Code review processes
- Third-party security audits
- Penetration testing when applicable
For security-related questions or concerns:
- Repository: Issues Section
- Developer: S23010843
- Response Time: 24 hours for security issues
- Emergency Contact: Use repository issues with "urgent-security" label
We appreciate responsible disclosure of security vulnerabilities. Contributors who report valid security issues will be:
- Credited in the security acknowledgments (with permission)
- Notified when the issue is resolved
- Invited to verify the fix before public disclosure
- Recognized in our hall of fame
Last Updated: December 2024 Next Review: June 2025 Version: 1.0
This security policy is reviewed and updated regularly to ensure it remains current with best practices and emerging threats.
🔒 Your security and privacy are our top priorities. Learn programming safely with Programming Tutorials Pro.