1. Legal Safe Harbor:

   • Add a Safe Harbor Clause: Include a statement that protects researchers from legal action when they report vulnerabilities in good faith and follow the policy guidelines.
     • Example: "We will not take legal action against individuals who discover and report security vulnerabilities responsibly, in accordance with this policy."

2. Confidentiality Assurance:

   • Protect Reporter Privacy: Assure reporters that their personal information and report details will be kept confidential and used only for remediation purposes.
     • Example: "All reports will be handled confidentially, and we will not share your information without your consent."

3. Secure Communication Channels:

   • Provide Encryption Options: Offer a method for securely sending sensitive information, such as a PGP key or secure submission form.
     • Example: "For secure communication, please use our PGP key available at [link] when sending emails."

4. Bug Bounty Information (if applicable):

   • Incentivize Reporting: If you have a reward program, mention it to encourage more researchers to report vulnerabilities.
     • Example: "We offer rewards for valid vulnerability reports as part of our bug bounty program. Details can be found at [link]."

5. Clarify Scope:

   • Define In-Scope and Out-of-Scope Vulnerabilities: Specify which types of vulnerabilities are covered and which are not, to focus efforts on significant security issues.
     • Example: "The following areas are in scope: [list]. The following are out of scope: [list]."

6. Versioning Details:

   • Include Release Dates: Adding release dates for each version can help users identify if they're on a supported version more easily.

     • Example:

       Version	Release Date	Supported
       5.1.x	2023-08-15	✅
       5.0.x	2022-12-10	❌
       4.0.x	2021-06-05	✅
       < 4.0	Before 2021	❌

7. Response Commitment:

   • Set Clear Expectations: While you've outlined response times, reiterate your commitment to resolving issues promptly.
     • Example: "We are committed to resolving all verified vulnerabilities promptly and will keep you informed throughout the process."

8. Acknowledgment Preference:

   • Respect Anonymity Requests: Clearly state that you respect the reporter's preference regarding public acknowledgment.
     • Example: "We appreciate your contribution and, with your consent, would like to acknowledge your efforts publicly. If you prefer to remain anonymous, please let us know."

9. Update Notification:

   • Inform Users of Fixes: Explain how and when users will be notified about security fixes.
     • Example: "Security fixes will be announced in our release notes and through our official communication channels."

10. Contact Verification:

    • Ensure Contact Information is Accurate: Make sure that the provided email address is monitored and that emails are responded to promptly.
      • Example: "Our security team is available at [email protected], and we ensure prompt attention to all reports."