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Version: 1.0Last updated: December 2025Owner: Security Lead

Vulnerability Management Policy

1. Purpose

To identify and remediate vulnerabilities in our systems and the software we operate.

2. Identification

  • Automated dependency and code scanning in CI.
  • Platform security advisories and alerts (e.g. Dependabot).
  • Reports submitted through our Responsible Disclosure Policy.

3. Prioritization & remediation targets

Severity Target remediation
Critical 7 days
High 30 days
Medium 90 days
Low Best effort / next release

Targets may be adjusted based on exploitability and exposure.

4. Patching

Operating systems, dependencies, and tooling are kept up to date. Critical patches are expedited.

5. Review

This policy is reviewed at least annually.