# Security Policy

Evolution Foundation takes the security of Evolution API seriously. We
appreciate your efforts to responsibly disclose any vulnerabilities you find.

## Reporting a Vulnerability

**Please do NOT open a public GitHub issue for security vulnerabilities.**

Instead, report them privately through one of the following channels:

### Preferred channels

1. **GitHub Private Vulnerability Reporting** — use the "Security" tab on this
   repository to submit a private advisory.

2. **Email** — send your report to **suporte@evofoundation.com.br** with the
   subject line `[SECURITY] Evolution API — <brief description>`.

### What to include

To help us triage and resolve the issue quickly, please include:

- A clear description of the vulnerability
- Steps to reproduce (proof of concept, if available)
- Affected versions
- Potential impact and severity assessment
- Any suggested mitigation or fix
- Your name and contact information (for credit, if desired)

## Response Timeline

| Stage | Target |
|---|---|
| Initial acknowledgment | Within 48 hours |
| Triage and validation | Within 5 business days |
| Fix development | Depends on severity (1–30 days) |
| Public disclosure | Coordinated with reporter after fix is released |

## Disclosure Policy

We follow a coordinated disclosure model:

1. You report the vulnerability privately
2. We acknowledge receipt and begin triage
3. We work with you to understand and validate the issue
4. We develop, test, and release a fix
5. We publicly disclose the vulnerability and credit you (unless you prefer
   to remain anonymous)

## Supported Versions

Security updates are provided for the latest released version. Older versions
may receive critical security fixes at our discretion.

## Recognition

We value the security research community. Researchers who responsibly disclose
vulnerabilities will be:

- Credited in the security advisory (with permission)
- Listed in our acknowledgments page (when available)
- Eligible for public recognition via Evolution Foundation channels

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