The Protocol Injection Payload List project is committed to maintaining the security and integrity of this repository while promoting responsible security research and ethical testing practices.

This security policy covers:

• Repository Security: Issues with the repository infrastructure, documentation, or files
• Payload Safety: Concerns about payloads that could cause unintended harm
• Documentation Accuracy: Security-related errors in documentation
• Ethical Concerns: Payloads or content that violate ethical security practices

The following are NOT covered by this policy:

• Vulnerabilities found using these payloads on third-party systems
• Security issues in external systems or applications
• General security questions or support requests
• Reports about known injection vulnerabilities (this is the purpose of the project)

If you discover a security issue related to this repository, please report it responsibly.

Please report:

• Critical Payloads: Payloads that could cause immediate, severe harm
• Repository Vulnerabilities: Security issues with GitHub repository settings or files
• Malicious Content: Intentionally harmful or malicious payloads
• Privacy Concerns: Payloads containing sensitive information (API keys, credentials, etc.)
• Documentation Flaws: Security misinformation that could lead to harm

DO NOT create a public GitHub issue for security vulnerabilities.

Instead, use one of these secure methods:

1. GitHub Security Advisory (Preferred)

   • Navigate to the "Security" tab
   • Click "Report a vulnerability"
   • Fill out the private security advisory form

2. Email Report

   • Send details to the repository maintainers
   • Include "SECURITY" in the subject line
   • Use encrypted email if possible (PGP)

3. Private Message

   • Contact maintainers directly through GitHub
   • Request a private discussion channel

Please include:

Subject: [SECURITY] Brief Description

Description:
- Clear description of the security issue
- Affected files or payloads
- Potential impact and severity
- Steps to reproduce (if applicable)
- Suggested remediation (optional)

Environment:
- Repository version/commit
- How you discovered the issue

Contact:
- Your preferred contact method
- Availability for follow-up questions

• Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge receipt within 72 hours
• Investigation: We will investigate all legitimate reports promptly
• Communication: We will keep you informed of our progress
• Resolution: We will work to resolve issues quickly and effectively
• Credit: We will credit reporters (unless anonymity is requested)

• 72 hours: Initial acknowledgment
• 7 days: Preliminary assessment and severity classification
• 30 days: Target resolution for critical issues
• 90 days: Public disclosure (coordinated with reporter)

Before Testing:

✅ DO:

• Obtain explicit written authorization
• Test only systems you own or have permission to test
• Use appropriate test environments
• Follow responsible disclosure practices
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Document your testing activities
• Report vulnerabilities responsibly

❌ DO NOT:

• Test systems without authorization
• Perform testing that could cause harm or disruption
• Use payloads for malicious purposes
• Violate laws, regulations, or terms of service
• Share exploits publicly before responsible disclosure
• Automate testing without proper controls

Users must comply with:

• Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) - United States
• Computer Misuse Act - United Kingdom
• Convention on Cybercrime - International
• Local and national computer crime laws
• Terms of Service of target systems
• Bug bounty program rules (if applicable)

1. Authorization First: Always get permission before testing
2. Do No Harm: Avoid actions that could damage systems or data
3. Responsible Disclosure: Report vulnerabilities to appropriate parties
4. Privacy Respect: Protect sensitive information discovered during testing
5. Professional Conduct: Maintain ethical standards in all security activities

When contributing to this repository:

1. Review Payloads: Ensure payloads are safe for authorized testing
2. Avoid Credentials: Never include real credentials, API keys, or tokens
3. Document Risks: Clearly document any potentially dangerous payloads
4. Test Safely: Only test in isolated, controlled environments
5. Sanitize Data: Remove any sensitive information before committing

Repository maintainers will:

1. Review Contributions: Carefully review all submissions for safety
2. Monitor Issues: Watch for security-related reports
3. Update Regularly: Keep security documentation current
4. Educate Users: Provide clear guidance on responsible use
5. Respond Promptly: Address security concerns quickly

• Limited write access to trusted maintainers
• Two-factor authentication required
• Protected main branch with required reviews
• Signed commits encouraged

All contributions undergo:

• Manual review by maintainers
• Duplicate detection
• Safety assessment
• Format validation
• Documentation verification

We monitor for:

• Unauthorized changes
• Malicious payload additions
• Compromised accounts
• Suspicious activity
• Copyright violations

If you discover a vulnerability in a third-party system using payloads from this repository:

1. Do not report it to us - We are not responsible for vulnerabilities in other systems

2. Follow responsible disclosure:

   • Contact the affected organization directly
   • Use their security contact or bug bounty program
   • Allow reasonable time for patching (typically 90 days)
   • Coordinate public disclosure with the vendor

3. Document your findings:

   • Keep detailed records of your testing
   • Note which payloads were effective
   • Document the vulnerability clearly

4. Share knowledge (after disclosure):

   • Consider submitting improved payloads
   • Help the security community learn
   • Respect NDAs and disclosure agreements

• OWASP Vulnerability Disclosure Cheat Sheet
• ISO 29147 - Vulnerability Disclosure
• CERT Guide to Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure

• HackerOne
• Bugcrowd
• Intigriti
• YesWeHack

• Legal Considerations for Security Research
• Safe Harbor Policies

We thank the security community for:

• Responsible disclosure of issues
• Contributions to improve security
• Feedback on payloads and documentation
• Promoting ethical security practices

Security researchers who have helped improve this project:

• (Contributors will be listed here)

For security-related inquiries:

• Security Issues: Use GitHub Security Advisory
• General Questions: Open a public discussion
• Urgent Matters: Contact maintainers directly

This security policy may be updated periodically. Check the commit history for changes.

Last Updated: 2024
Version: 1.0

Remember: Security is everyone's responsibility. By using this repository responsibly, you contribute to a safer digital ecosystem.

• Contributing Guidelines
• Code of Conduct
• License

Thank you for helping keep this project secure and ethical!