Purpose
This policy outlines the procedures for responsibly disclosing security vulnerabilities, hacking incidents, or data loss affecting Cat5 Power Solutions website. It ensures that disclosures are handled transparently, legally, and in a manner that protects users, stakeholders, and sensitive information.
Scope
This policy applies to: Employees, contractors, and third-party vendors. External security researchers or ethical hackers. Any individual who discovers a vulnerability or data breach related to Cat5 Power Solutions’ website.
Policy Statement
What Should Be Disclosed
- Unauthorized access or hacking attempts.
- Data leaks, breaches, or unintended exposure of sensitive information.
- Vulnerabilities that could be exploited to compromise security (e.g., weak authentication, unpatched software).
- Misconfigurations in cloud security settings.
Reporting Process
To report a security issue, individuals should:
Submit a report to itsupport@cat5resources.com. The report should include:
- A detailed description of the issue.
- Steps to reproduce the vulnerability (if applicable).
- Any potential impact (e.g., data exposure, unauthorized access).
- Avoid public disclosure of the vulnerability until Cat5 Power Solutions has had an opportunity to investigate and mitigate the issue.
- Comply with legal and ethical guidelines by acting in good faith and not exploiting the vulnerability for personal gain.
Company Response Process
- Upon receiving a disclosure, Cat5 Power Solutions will:
- Acknowledge receipt of the report within 48 hours.
- Investigate and validate the issue within 10 business days.
- Implement a fix or mitigation plan based on severity.
- Notify affected stakeholders (if necessary) following compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
- Provide updates to the reporter on the resolution status.
No Retaliation Policy
- Ethical hackers or individuals who report vulnerabilities in good faith will not face legal action as long as they comply with this policy.
- Employees who report security incidents internally will be protected from retaliation.
Public Disclosure Guidelines
- Security researchers must allow Cat5 Power Solutions reasonable time to remediate before publicly sharing any findings.
- If public disclosure is necessary, Cat5 Power Solutions will coordinate an appropriate response, ensuring that fixes are in place.
Legal Considerations
- Unauthorized testing (e.g., DDoS attacks, accessing user data) is strictly prohibited and may lead to legal consequences.
- Any disclosure must comply with applicable laws and ethical security research standards.
Recognition & Incentives (Optional)
Cat5 Power Solutions may offer recognition, monetary rewards (bug bounty), or public acknowledgments for responsible disclosures that help improve security.
Definitions
Responsible Disclosure of Attempted or Successful Data Breaches
Version: 1.0
Version Date: 3/19/2025
Version Description: Initial Document