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# Security Guidelines

This document outlines the security practices and guidelines for the AI-powered database interface.

## API Key Management

### Secure Storage
- API keys are stored in environment variables
- Use of `.env` files for local development
- Secure handling of API keys in production
- Regular rotation of API keys

### Access Control
- Read-only database operations
- No destructive SQL operations
- Secure database URL management
- User authentication and authorization

## Best Practices

### Data Security
- Encrypt sensitive data
- Use secure connections for database access
- Implement proper error handling to avoid information leakage
- Regular security audits and updates

### Code Security
- Avoid hardcoding sensitive information
- Use secure coding practices
- Regular code reviews for security vulnerabilities
- Implement logging and monitoring for suspicious activities

## Error Handling

### Security Issues
- Unauthorized access attempts
- API key exposure
- Database connection breaches
- Resource misuse

### Recovery Strategies
- Immediate revocation of compromised keys
- Logging of security incidents
- User notification of security breaches
- Regular security training and updates

## Monitoring

### Security Logging
- Access logs
- Error logs
- Security incident logs
- Resource usage logs

### Incident Response
- Immediate action on security incidents
- Regular incident response drills
- User communication during incidents
- Post-incident analysis and learning