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Security & Password Sharing Policy

Purpose:

To define strict protocols for managing and sharing passwords and other sensitive credentials across the team to ensure organizational security and compliance.

Guidelines:

1. Password Manager Usage:

  • All passwords must be stored and shared only using Passbolt.
  • No other tools or methods are permitted for storing or transmitting passwords.

2. Prohibited Sharing Channels:

  • Never share passwords through Google Chat, email, or any other messaging platforms.
  • Credential files (e.g., .env, config files) must not be shared in any group or individual chat, under any condition.

3. Temporary Exceptions:

  • In rare, urgent cases where sharing via Passbolt is not feasible:

    • Passwords may be shared via Google Chat in 1:1 messages only.
    • The recipient must copy or use the password immediately.
    • The sender must delete the message immediately after confirmation.

4. Monitoring & Compliance:

  • Google Chat messages are internally monitored.
  • Any password or credential sharing attempts via unauthorized channels will trigger admin alerts.
  • Violations may lead to warnings or further disciplinary action.

Reminder: Security is everyone's responsibility. Handle all credentials with the utmost caution.