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⚙️ Security Configurations

Learn how to configure security settings, manage auto-lock, and customize security features in SuperSafe Wallet.

Security Settings Overview​

SuperSafe Wallet provides comprehensive security configuration options that allow you to customize security behavior according to your needs and preferences.

Accessing Security Settings​

  1. Open SuperSafe: Click SuperSafe icon in browser
  2. Go to Settings: Click ⚙️ Settings icon
  3. Security Section: Navigate to "Security" section
  4. Configure Settings: Adjust security settings

Settings Interface​

┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│ ⚙️ Security Settings                │
│ ┌─────────────────────────────────┐ │
│ │ 🔒 Auto-Lock Settings           │ │
│ │ 🛡️ dApp Security               │ │
│ │ 🔐 Password & Recovery          │ │
│ │ 📊 Security Monitoring          │ │
│ │ 🚨 Alerts & Notifications       │ │
│ └─────────────────────────────────┘ │
└─────────────────────────────────────┘

Auto-Lock Configuration​

Auto-Lock Settings​

Timeout Configuration​

  • Default Timeout: 15 minutes
  • Configurable Range: 1 minute to 60 minutes
  • Immediate Lock: Lock on browser close
  • Session Persistence: UI state preserved

Timeout Options​

Auto-Lock Timeout:
├── 1 minute - High Security
├── 5 minutes - High Security
├── 15 minutes - Default (Recommended)
├── 30 minutes - Medium Security
├── 60 minutes - Low Security
└── Never - Not Recommended

Lock Triggers​

  • Inactivity: After specified timeout
  • Browser Close: When browser is closed
  • Manual Lock: User-initiated lock
  • Security Event: Security-related events

Auto-Lock Benefits​

Security Benefits​

  • Memory Protection: Clears sensitive data from memory
  • Session Security: Prevents unauthorized access
  • Automatic Protection: No manual intervention needed
  • Consistent Security: Same security level always

User Experience​

  • Seamless: Automatic and transparent
  • Configurable: Adjustable to user needs
  • State Preservation: UI state preserved
  • Quick Unlock: Fast unlock process

dApp Security Settings​

AllowList Management​

AllowList Configuration​

  • Enable AllowList: Enable/disable AllowList system
  • Auto-Update: Automatic AllowList updates
  • Manual Override: Manual AllowList overrides
  • Custom Policies: Custom AllowList policies

AllowList Options​

AllowList Settings:
├── ✅ Enable AllowList (Recommended)
├── ✅ Auto-Update AllowList
├── ⚠️ Allow Unknown dApps (Not Recommended)
├── ✅ Show Security Warnings
└── ✅ Block Malicious dApps

Permission Management​

Default Permissions​

  • New dApps: Default permissions for new dApps
  • Permission Levels: Set default permission levels
  • Auto-Approval: Auto-approve certain permissions
  • Permission Timeout: Permission expiration time

Permission Settings​

Permission Settings:
├── Default Level: Limited Access
├── Auto-Approval: Disabled
├── Permission Timeout: 30 days
├── Require Confirmation: Enabled
└── Show Permission Details: Enabled

Password & Recovery Settings​

Password Configuration​

Password Requirements​

  • Minimum Length: 8 characters (configurable)
  • Complexity Requirements: Configurable complexity
  • Password History: Remember password history
  • Password Expiration: Password expiration (optional)

Password Settings​

Password Settings:
├── Minimum Length: 8 characters
├── Require Complexity: Enabled
├── Remember History: 5 passwords
├── Password Expiration: Disabled
└── Show Strength Indicator: Enabled

Recovery Phrase Settings​

Recovery Phrase Configuration​

  • Backup Reminders: Regular backup reminders
  • Verification Prompts: Periodic verification prompts
  • Recovery Testing: Test recovery process
  • Backup Validation: Validate backup completeness

Recovery Settings​

Recovery Settings:
├── Backup Reminders: Every 30 days
├── Verification Prompts: Every 90 days
├── Test Recovery: Every 180 days
├── Backup Validation: Enabled
└── Show Recovery Tips: Enabled

Security Monitoring​

Monitoring Configuration​

Security Events​

  • Failed Unlock Attempts: Monitor failed attempts
  • Suspicious Activity: Detect suspicious activity
  • Permission Changes: Monitor permission changes
  • Network Changes: Monitor network changes

Monitoring Settings​

Security Monitoring:
├── ✅ Monitor Failed Unlock Attempts
├── ✅ Detect Suspicious Activity
├── ✅ Monitor Permission Changes
├── ✅ Monitor Network Changes
├── ✅ Log Security Events
└── ✅ Generate Security Reports

Threat Detection​

Detection Settings​

  • Phishing Detection: Detect phishing attempts
  • Malicious dApps: Detect malicious dApps
  • Unauthorized Access: Detect unauthorized access
  • Data Exfiltration: Detect data exfiltration

Detection Options​

Threat Detection:
├── ✅ Phishing Detection
├── ✅ Malicious dApp Detection
├── ✅ Unauthorized Access Detection
├── ✅ Data Exfiltration Detection
├── ✅ Real-time Monitoring
└── ✅ Threat Intelligence Updates

Alerts & Notifications​

Alert Configuration​

Alert Types​

  • Security Alerts: Critical security alerts
  • Permission Alerts: Permission-related alerts
  • Connection Alerts: Connection-related alerts
  • System Alerts: System-related alerts

Alert Settings​

Alert Configuration:
├── 🔴 High Priority: All Channels
├── 🟡 Medium Priority: In-App + Email
├── 🟢 Low Priority: In-App Only
├── 📧 Email Alerts: Enabled
├── 📱 Push Notifications: Enabled
└── 🔔 In-App Notifications: Enabled

Notification Channels​

Available Channels​

  • In-App Notifications: In-app notification system
  • Email Alerts: Email security alerts
  • Push Notifications: Browser push notifications
  • SMS Alerts: SMS security alerts (if available)

Channel Configuration​

Notification Channels:
├── In-App: ✅ Enabled
├── Email: ✅ Enabled
├── Push: ✅ Enabled
├── SMS: ❌ Not Available
└── Custom: ⚠️ Advanced Users Only

Advanced Security Settings​

Encryption Settings​

Encryption Configuration​

  • Algorithm: AES-256-GCM (fixed)
  • Key Derivation: PBKDF2 (fixed)
  • Iterations: 10,000 (configurable)
  • Salt Length: 32 bytes (fixed)

Encryption Options​

Encryption Settings:
├── Algorithm: AES-256-GCM (Fixed)
├── Key Derivation: PBKDF2 (Fixed)
├── Iterations: 10,000 (Configurable)
├── Salt Length: 32 bytes (Fixed)
├── IV Length: 12 bytes (Fixed)
└── Authentication: GCM (Fixed)

Memory Security​

Memory Configuration​

  • Memory Encryption: Encrypt sensitive data in memory
  • Memory Locking: Prevent memory swapping
  • Secure Deallocation: Secure memory clearing
  • Process Isolation: Isolate from other processes

Memory Settings​

Memory Security:
├── ✅ Encrypt Sensitive Data in Memory
├── ✅ Prevent Memory Swapping
├── ✅ Secure Memory Deallocation
├── ✅ Process Isolation
├── ✅ Memory Access Control
└── ✅ Memory Integrity Checks

Security Policies​

Policy Configuration​

Security Policies​

  • Password Policy: Password requirements
  • Permission Policy: Permission requirements
  • Connection Policy: Connection requirements
  • Transaction Policy: Transaction requirements

Policy Settings​

Security Policies:
├── Password Policy: Strong (8+ chars, complexity)
├── Permission Policy: Minimal Required
├── Connection Policy: AllowList Only
├── Transaction Policy: Manual Approval
├── Network Policy: Verified Networks Only
└── Backup Policy: Regular Backups Required

Compliance Settings​

Compliance Requirements​

  • GDPR Compliance: General Data Protection Regulation
  • CCPA Compliance: California Consumer Privacy Act
  • SOC 2 Compliance: Service Organization Control 2
  • ISO 27001: Information Security Management

Compliance Options​

Compliance Settings:
├── ✅ GDPR Compliance
├── ✅ CCPA Compliance
├── ✅ SOC 2 Compliance
├── ✅ ISO 27001 Compliance
├── ✅ Data Minimization
└── ✅ Privacy by Design

Security Best Practices​

  • Auto-Lock: 5-15 minutes
  • AllowList: Enabled
  • Permission Policy: Minimal Required
  • Monitoring: All enabled
  • Alerts: All channels

Medium Security​

  • Auto-Lock: 15-30 minutes
  • AllowList: Enabled
  • Permission Policy: Limited Access
  • Monitoring: Most enabled
  • Alerts: In-App + Email
  • Auto-Lock: 30-60 minutes
  • AllowList: Disabled
  • Permission Policy: Full Access
  • Monitoring: Basic only
  • Alerts: In-App only

Security Maintenance​

Regular Tasks​

  • Review Settings: Review security settings monthly
  • Update Policies: Update security policies quarterly
  • Test Security: Test security features regularly
  • Monitor Alerts: Monitor security alerts daily

Security Updates​

  • Keep Updated: Keep software updated
  • Security Patches: Apply security patches
  • Feature Updates: Update security features
  • Policy Updates: Update security policies

Troubleshooting​

Common Issues​

Settings Not Saving​

  • Check Permissions: Verify extension permissions
  • Refresh Extension: Reload the extension
  • Clear Cache: Clear browser cache
  • Restart Browser: Restart browser

Alerts Not Working​

  • Check Notifications: Check notification settings
  • Verify Email: Verify email address
  • Check Spam: Check spam folder
  • Test Alerts: Test alert system

Security Features Disabled​

  • Check Settings: Verify security settings
  • Update Extension: Update to latest version
  • Check Permissions: Check extension permissions
  • Contact Support: Contact support if needed

Security Issues​

Security Warnings​

  • Read Warnings: Read security warnings carefully
  • Follow Recommendations: Follow security recommendations
  • Update Settings: Update security settings
  • Report Issues: Report security issues

Performance Issues​

  • Check Resources: Check system resources
  • Disable Features: Disable unnecessary features
  • Optimize Settings: Optimize security settings
  • Contact Support: Contact support if needed

Next Steps​

Now that you can configure security:

  1. Vulnerability Reporting - Report security issues
  2. Security Overview - Review security overview
  3. Advanced Topics - Advanced security topics
  4. Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions

Ready to report vulnerabilities? Continue to Vulnerability Reporting!