diff --git a/RESPONSIBLE_USE.md b/RESPONSIBLE_USE.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..c6b1ab3 --- /dev/null +++ b/RESPONSIBLE_USE.md @@ -0,0 +1,137 @@ +# Responsible Use Guidelines + +## 🌐 SecureBit.chat: A Tool for Digital Freedom + +### Core Principles + +SecureBit.chat empowers users with military-grade encryption and privacy protection. This power must be exercised responsibly. + +--- + +## 📖 User Code of Ethics + +### ✅ Encouraged Applications + +**Protecting Vulnerable Populations:** +- Journalists protecting source confidentiality +- Human rights activists organizing safely +- Whistleblowers exposing corruption or wrongdoing +- Citizens in oppressive regimes communicating freely + +**Legitimate Privacy Needs:** +- Business communications requiring confidentiality +- Personal conversations deserving privacy +- Medical or legal consultations +- Research collaboration requiring discretion + +**Educational and Research:** +- Academic study of cryptographic protocols +- Security research and vulnerability testing +- Privacy advocacy and digital rights education +- Demonstrating importance of encryption + +### ❌ Prohibited Applications + +**Criminal Activities:** +- Planning or coordinating illegal activities +- Fraud, theft, or financial crimes +- Distribution of illegal content +- Harassment, threats, or stalking + +**Harmful Conduct:** +- Facilitating violence or terrorism +- Child exploitation or abuse +- Drug trafficking or illegal commerce +- Identity theft or impersonation + +--- + +## 🛡️ Operational Security (OPSEC) Guidelines + +### Device Security +- Keep devices updated with latest security patches +- Use strong, unique passwords and 2FA +- Avoid shared or compromised devices +- Consider dedicated devices for sensitive communications + +### Communication Security +- Always verify security codes through separate channels +- Use voice calls or in-person meetings for verification +- Be aware of who has physical access to your devices +- Understand metadata risks despite encryption + +### Environmental Awareness +- Consider your physical surroundings when communicating +- Be aware of camera/microphone security +- Understand local surveillance capabilities +- Use appropriate network security (VPN, Tor, etc.) + +--- + +## ⚖️ Legal Compliance Framework + +### Know Your Local Laws +- Research encryption regulations in your jurisdiction +- Understand penalties for violation of communication laws +- Be aware of mandatory disclosure requirements +- Consider legal implications of cross-border communications + +### Documentation and Records +- Keep records of legitimate use cases +- Document business justifications for encryption use +- Maintain compliance with organizational policies +- Consider legal counsel for sensitive applications + +--- + +## 🤝 Community Standards + +### Respectful Communication +- Treat all users with dignity and respect +- Avoid harassment or abusive language +- Respect others' privacy and security needs +- Report illegal or abusive behavior to authorities + +### Collaborative Security +- Share security knowledge responsibly +- Report vulnerabilities through proper channels +- Contribute to open-source development ethically +- Support digital rights advocacy + +--- + +## 📞 Incident Reporting + +### Security Concerns +- Report vulnerabilities to the development team +- Use responsible disclosure practices +- Provide detailed, actionable information +- Allow reasonable time for fixes before public disclosure + +### Abuse Reports +- Report criminal activity to law enforcement +- Document evidence appropriately +- Cooperate with legitimate legal processes +- Protect victim privacy while reporting + +--- + +## 🎯 Supporting Digital Rights + +### Advocacy Opportunities +- Support organizations fighting for digital rights +- Educate others about importance of privacy +- Participate in policy discussions +- Vote for representatives who support digital freedoms + +### Responsible Innovation +- Contribute to open-source privacy tools +- Support development of better security practices +- Share knowledge through responsible education +- Advance the field of secure communications + +--- + +**Remember: With the power to communicate privately comes the responsibility to do so ethically and legally.** + +*Your choices determine whether privacy tools serve freedom or harm society.* \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/SECURITY_DISCLAIMER.md b/SECURITY_DISCLAIMER.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..77cddc5 --- /dev/null +++ b/SECURITY_DISCLAIMER.md @@ -0,0 +1,208 @@ +# Security Disclaimer and Terms of Use + +## 🔒 SecureBit.chat Enhanced Security Edition v4.01.212 + +### Important Legal Notice + +**READ THIS DISCLAIMER CAREFULLY BEFORE USING SECUREBIT.CHAT SOFTWARE** + +--- + +## 📋 Overview + +SecureBit.chat is an open-source, peer-to-peer encrypted messaging application designed to support **freedom of speech** and **privacy rights**. This software implements military-grade cryptography and is provided as-is for educational, research, and legitimate communication purposes. + +--- + +## ⚖️ Legal Disclaimer + +### Developer Liability + +**THE DEVELOPER(S) OF SECUREBIT.CHAT ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR:** + +- Any misuse, illegal use, or criminal activities conducted using this software +- Compliance with local, national, or international laws and regulations +- Any damages, losses, or consequences resulting from the use of this software +- The security or privacy of communications in jurisdictions where encryption is restricted +- Any vulnerability, security flaw, or compromise that may occur despite our security measures + +### User Responsibility + +**BY USING SECUREBIT.CHAT, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:** + +1. **Full Legal Responsibility**: You bear complete and sole responsibility for how you use this software +2. **Compliance Obligation**: You must ensure your use complies with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction +3. **Risk Acceptance**: You understand and accept all risks associated with using encrypted communication software +4. **No Warranty**: This software is provided "AS IS" without any warranties, express or implied + +--- + +## 🌍 Jurisdictional Considerations + +### Encryption Laws Vary Globally + +- **Some countries restrict or prohibit** the use of strong encryption +- **Export controls** may apply in certain jurisdictions +- **Corporate/government networks** may have policies against encrypted communications +- **Users must verify** local laws before using this software + +### High-Risk Jurisdictions + +**Exercise extreme caution** in countries with: +- Restrictions on encrypted communications +- Surveillance laws requiring backdoors +- Penalties for using VPN/encryption software +- Authoritarian internet controls + +--- + +## 🎯 Intended Use Cases + +### ✅ Legitimate Uses (Encouraged) +- **Journalism**: Protecting sources and whistleblowers +- **Human Rights**: Organizing and advocacy in oppressive regimes +- **Business**: Corporate communications requiring confidentiality +- **Personal Privacy**: Private communications between individuals +- **Research**: Academic study of cryptographic protocols +- **Education**: Learning about secure communication systems + +### ❌ Prohibited Uses (Illegal/Unethical) +- Any illegal activities under applicable law +- Criminal conspiracies or planning illegal acts +- Harassment, threats, or abuse of others +- Circumventing legitimate law enforcement (where legally required) +- Distribution of illegal content +- Financial crimes or fraud + +--- + +## 🔐 Security Limitations + +### No Absolute Security + +**UNDERSTAND THAT:** +- No cryptographic system is 100% unbreakable +- Implementation bugs may exist despite best efforts +- Social engineering and endpoint security remain vulnerabilities +- Quantum computing may eventually threaten current encryption +- Traffic analysis may reveal communication patterns + +### User Security Responsibilities + +**YOU MUST:** +- Keep your devices secure and updated +- Use strong, unique passwords +- Verify security codes through out-of-band channels +- Understand the risks of your communication environment +- Follow operational security (OPSEC) best practices + +--- + +## 🏛️ Freedom of Speech Support + +### Our Mission + +SecureBit.chat is developed to support: +- **Article 19** of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights +- **Freedom of expression** and **right to privacy** +- **Resistance to censorship** and mass surveillance +- **Protection of journalists, activists, and dissidents** + +### Ethical Use Commitment + +We believe privacy and free speech are fundamental human rights, but: +- These rights come with responsibilities +- Freedom of speech does not include freedom from consequences +- Users must respect the rights and safety of others +- Illegal activity is never justified, regardless of privacy tools used + +--- + +## 📊 Technical Security Information + +### Current Implementation +- **ECDH P-384** key exchange +- **AES-GCM 256-bit** encryption +- **ECDSA P-384** digital signatures +- **Perfect Forward Secrecy** with key rotation +- **MITM protection** via out-of-band verification +- **Zero server architecture** (pure P2P) + +### Known Limitations +- WebRTC fingerprinting possibilities +- Browser-based implementation constraints +- Dependency on Web Crypto API security +- No protection against compromised endpoints +- Traffic analysis potential despite encryption + +--- + +## 🔄 Future Development + +### Post-Quantum Roadmap +- **v5.0**: CRYSTALS-Kyber/Dilithium implementation +- **Long-term**: Resistance to quantum cryptanalysis +- **Ongoing**: Security audits and improvements + +--- + +## 📞 Contact and Reporting + +### Security Issues +- **Responsible disclosure**: Email security issues to the development team +- **CVE reporting**: We participate in responsible vulnerability disclosure +- **Bug bounty**: Consider implementing for critical security findings + +### Legal Concerns +- **Law enforcement**: Contact appropriate legal authorities in your jurisdiction +- **Abuse reports**: Report illegal use to relevant authorities +- **Compliance questions**: Consult with legal counsel + +--- + +## 📜 License and Terms + +### Open Source License +SecureBit.chat is released under the **MIT License**, providing: +- Freedom to use, modify, and distribute +- No warranty or liability guarantees +- Full source code transparency +- Right to audit security implementation + +### Terms Acceptance +**By downloading, installing, or using SecureBit.chat, you acknowledge:** + +1. You have read and understood this disclaimer +2. You accept full responsibility for your use of the software +3. You agree to comply with all applicable laws +4. You understand the security limitations and risks +5. You will not hold the developers liable for any consequences + +--- + +## ⚠️ Final Warning + +**SECUREBIT.CHAT IS A POWERFUL TOOL FOR PRIVACY AND FREE SPEECH** + +With great power comes great responsibility. Use this software ethically, legally, and with full understanding of the risks and responsibilities involved. + +**Remember**: The strongest encryption cannot protect against poor operational security, compromised endpoints, or illegal activities that attract law enforcement attention. + +--- + +## 🛡️ Declaration of Intent + +This software is created to: +- **Protect human rights** and fundamental freedoms +- **Support legitimate privacy** needs in an increasingly surveilled world +- **Advance the field** of secure communications +- **Educate users** about cryptography and privacy + +**It is NOT intended to facilitate illegal activities or harm others.** + +--- + +*Last Updated: 08.07.2025* +*Version: Enhanced Security Edition v4.01.212* + +**USE AT YOUR OWN RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY** \ No newline at end of file