Tab Manager is designed with security and privacy as our top priorities. This Security Policy outlines the comprehensive security measures implemented to protect your data and ensure safe operation of our Chrome browser extension.
Security Architecture
1. Local-First Design
All data processing occurs locally on your device
No data transmission to external servers
No cloud storage or remote processing
Complete offline functionality
2. Data Isolation
Extension data is isolated from other browser data
No access to browsing history, passwords, or personal information
Sandboxed execution environment
Limited permissions scope
Security Measures
1. Data Encryption
All stored data uses Chrome's built-in encryption
Local storage is protected by browser security
No plain text storage of sensitive information
Automatic encryption of exported data
2. Permission Minimization
Only essential permissions are requested
Each permission has a specific, documented purpose
No unnecessary access to system resources
Regular permission audits
3. Code Security
No external dependencies or remote code execution
All code is static and locally stored
No dynamic code loading
Regular security reviews of source code
4. Input Validation
All user inputs are validated and sanitized
Protection against injection attacks
Safe handling of file operations
Error handling without data exposure
Data Protection
1. Storage Security
Data stored using Chrome's secure storage APIs
No database connections or external storage
Automatic cleanup of temporary data
Secure deletion when data is removed
2. Transmission Security
No data transmission over networks
No external API calls
No telemetry or analytics data
Complete network isolation
3. Access Control
Only the extension can access its own data
No cross-extension data sharing
User-controlled data access
No administrative or system-level access
Vulnerability Management
1. Security Monitoring
Regular security assessments
Code review processes
Vulnerability scanning
Threat modeling
2. Update Security
Secure update mechanisms through Chrome Web Store
Code signing verification
Integrity checks for all updates
No automatic updates outside official channels
3. Incident Response
Immediate response to security issues
User notification of any security concerns
Rapid patch deployment
Transparent communication
Privacy Protection
1. Data Minimization
Only collect data necessary for functionality
No collection of personal information
No tracking or analytics
No data aggregation
2. User Control
Complete user control over data
Easy data export functionality
Simple data deletion
No data retention beyond user needs
3. Transparency
Clear documentation of all data practices
Open source code availability
Regular security audits
Public security reports
Compliance and Standards
1. Regulatory Compliance
GDPR compliance for EU users
CCPA compliance for California users
Chrome Web Store security requirements
Industry security best practices
2. Security Standards
OWASP security guidelines
Chrome extension security policies
Web security standards
Data protection regulations
Threat Mitigation
1. Common Threats Addressed
Cross-site scripting (XSS) prevention
Injection attack protection
Data exfiltration prevention
Unauthorized access blocking
2. Security Controls
Input sanitization
Output encoding
Access restrictions
Error handling
3. Monitoring and Detection
Anomaly detection
Security event logging
Regular security assessments
Threat intelligence integration
User Responsibilities
1. Security Best Practices
Keep your browser updated
Use strong browser security settings
Regularly review extension permissions
Report any security concerns immediately
2. Data Protection
Regular backup of your collections
Secure storage of exported data
Careful handling of shared data
Regular review of stored information
Incident Reporting
If you discover a security vulnerability or have security concerns:
1. Immediate Reporting
Email: smmfedorova@gmail.com
Subject: "Security Issue - Tab Manager"
Include: Description, steps to reproduce, impact assessment
2. Response Timeline
Acknowledgment within 24 hours
Initial assessment within 48 hours
Resolution timeline based on severity
Regular updates throughout process
3. Vulnerability Disclosure
Coordinated disclosure process
Credit for responsible disclosure
Public acknowledgment of fixes
Security advisory publication
Security Updates
1. Regular Updates
Monthly security reviews
Quarterly vulnerability assessments
Annual security audits
Continuous monitoring
2. Update Notification
Security updates through Chrome Web Store
User notification of critical updates
Detailed changelog for security fixes
Best practices recommendations
Contact Information
For security-related inquiries:
Email: smmfedorova@gmail.com
Response time: 24-48 hours
Confidentiality: All reports treated confidentially
Acknowledgment: Credit given for responsible disclosure