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Security Policy
Last Updated: December 2024
Security-First Approach
At PentaSwap, security is not an afterthought—it's the foundation of everything we build. Our enterprise DeFi infrastructure is designed with multiple layers of protection to safeguard institutional assets and data.
1. Infrastructure Security
1.1 Network Security
- Multi-layer firewall protection with intrusion detection systems
- DDoS mitigation and traffic filtering
- Network segmentation and zero-trust architecture
- 24/7 network monitoring and threat detection
- Encrypted communication channels (TLS 1.3+)
1.2 Data Protection
- End-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest
- AES-256 encryption for sensitive data storage
- Secure key management with hardware security modules (HSMs)
- Regular data backup and disaster recovery procedures
- Data residency compliance for international clients
2. Smart Contract Security
2.1 Development Practices
- Secure coding standards and peer review processes
- Formal verification of critical contract functions
- Comprehensive unit and integration testing
- Gas optimization without compromising security
- Upgradeable contract architecture with timelock controls
2.2 Audit and Testing
- Third-party security audits by leading firms
- Continuous security testing and vulnerability assessments
- Bug bounty programs with security researchers
- Testnet deployment and stress testing
- Post-deployment monitoring and analysis
3. Access Control and Authentication
3.1 Multi-Factor Authentication
- Mandatory MFA for all administrative access
- Hardware token support for high-privilege accounts
- Biometric authentication options
- Session management and timeout controls
- IP whitelisting for sensitive operations
3.2 Role-Based Access Control
- Principle of least privilege enforcement
- Granular permission management
- Regular access reviews and deprovisioning
- Audit trails for all access and modifications
- Segregation of duties for critical operations
4. Operational Security
4.1 Security Operations Center (SOC)
- 24/7 security monitoring and incident response
- Real-time threat intelligence integration
- Automated security event correlation
- Incident escalation and communication procedures
- Regular security drills and tabletop exercises
4.2 Vulnerability Management
- Continuous vulnerability scanning and assessment
- Patch management with emergency response procedures
- Security configuration management
- Third-party security risk assessments
- Supply chain security verification
5. Compliance and Certifications
GDPR Compliant
European data protection regulation
6. MEV Protection
Our MEV protection suite includes:
- Private mempool with encrypted transaction submission
- Front-running detection and prevention algorithms
- Sandwich attack mitigation strategies
- Priority gas auction optimization
- Real-time MEV monitoring and alerting
7. Incident Response
7.1 Response Procedures
- Defined incident classification and escalation matrix
- Automated incident detection and alerting
- Coordinated response team with clear roles
- Communication protocols for stakeholders
- Post-incident analysis and improvement processes
7.2 Business Continuity
- Disaster recovery plans with RTO/RPO objectives
- Redundant infrastructure across multiple regions
- Automated failover and load balancing
- Regular backup testing and restoration procedures
- Crisis communication and stakeholder management
8. Employee Security
- Comprehensive security awareness training
- Background checks for all personnel
- Regular security refresher training
- Secure development lifecycle training
- Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements
9. Third-Party Security
- Vendor security assessments and due diligence
- Contractual security requirements
- Regular third-party security reviews
- Supply chain risk management
- Secure integration protocols
10. Continuous Improvement
Our security program includes:
- Regular security assessments and penetration testing
- Threat modeling and risk analysis updates
- Security metrics and KPI monitoring
- Industry best practice adoption
- Participation in security research and communities
Security Contact
For security-related inquiries, vulnerability reports, or incident notifications:
Email: contact@pentaswap.com
Subject Line: Security Inquiry - [URGENT if applicable]
Response Time: Critical security issues within 4 hours, other inquiries within 24 hours
Bug Bounty: We maintain a responsible disclosure program for security researchers