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Security Guidelines

Overview

The Dukka Wallet Service implements robust security measures to protect your data and transactions. This guide outlines the security features and best practices for using our API securely.

Authentication

API Keys

  • Keep your API keys secure and never expose them in client-side code
  • Rotate API keys regularly
  • Use different API keys for different environments (development, staging, production)
  • Implement proper key storage and management

Headers

  • Always include required authentication headers
  • Use HTTPS for all API requests
  • Validate request signatures
  • Implement proper error handling for authentication failures

Data Protection

Encryption

  • All API communications are encrypted using TLS 1.2 or higher
  • Sensitive data is encrypted at rest
  • Implement proper key management for encryption keys
  • Use secure protocols for data transmission

Data Handling

  • Implement proper data validation
  • Sanitize all input data
  • Follow data minimization principles
  • Implement proper data retention policies

Best Practices

API Security

  • Implement rate limiting
  • Use proper error handling
  • Validate all input data
  • Implement proper logging
  • Monitor API usage
  • Implement proper access controls

Application Security

  • Keep dependencies updated
  • Implement proper session management
  • Use secure coding practices
  • Implement proper error handling
  • Follow security best practices

Compliance

Standards

  • PCI DSS compliance
  • GDPR compliance
  • Local regulatory requirements
  • Industry best practices

Auditing

  • Regular security audits
  • Penetration testing
  • Vulnerability assessments
  • Compliance monitoring

Incident Response

Reporting

  • Report security incidents immediately
  • Follow incident response procedures
  • Document all security incidents
  • Implement proper remediation

Monitoring

  • Monitor for suspicious activity
  • Implement proper logging
  • Use security monitoring tools
  • Regular security reviews

Support

If you discover a security vulnerability:
  1. Do not disclose it publicly
  2. Report it to [email protected]
  3. Include detailed information about the vulnerability
  4. Wait for our security team to respond

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