✓ Security Checklist for Pre-Launch (Web3)

📑 Smart Contract Security

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[ ] Conduct a thorough security audit of smart contracts using reputable audit firms.
[ ] Implement proper access controls for smart contracts to prevent unauthorized access.
[ ] Ensure that smart contract code is open-source and publicly available for review.
[ ] Ensure that smart contract code follows industry-standard security practices like the OpenZeppelin library.
[ ] Implement checks and balances for smart contract upgrades to prevent unauthorized modifications.

💳 Wallet Security

<aside> <img src="/icons/info-alternate_blue.svg" alt="/icons/info-alternate_blue.svg" width="40px" /> Wallet security is essential for protecting the private keys used to access digital assets and transact in web3 environments.

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[ ] Provide clear instructions for users to secure their wallets and private keys.
[ ] Recommend the use of hardware wallets for added security.
[ ] Implement multi-signature functionality to require multiple approvals for transactions.
[ ] Implement time-based withdrawal limits for wallets to prevent large withdrawals quickly.

🌐 Web3 API Security

<aside> <img src="/icons/info-alternate_blue.svg" alt="/icons/info-alternate_blue.svg" width="40px" /> Web3 API security is necessary to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive user data and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of interactions with decentralized applications.

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[ ] Implement rate limiting to prevent DDoS attacks on the API.
[ ] Implement API authentication and authorization to prevent unauthorized access.
[ ] Implement encryption for all data in transit using HTTPS.
[ ] Implement input validation and sanitization to prevent injection attacks.

CI/CD Pipeline Implementation

[ ] Configure automated build system
[ ] Set up linting and code formatting checks
[ ] Implement static code analysis tools (Slither, QuillShield)
[ ] Configure automated unit and integration testing
[ ] Set up gas usage reports and monitoring
[ ] Implement code coverage reports
[ ] Configure deployment to test networks
[ ] Set up notifications for build/test failures
[ ] Implement contract verification automation
[ ] Configure security scanning for dependencies

🗃️ Node and Infrastructure Security

<aside> <img src="/icons/info-alternate_blue.svg" alt="/icons/info-alternate_blue.svg" width="40px" /> Node and infrastructure security is vital to protect the underlying infrastructure and prevent attacks on the network and its participants.

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[ ] Ensure that all infrastructure components are up-to-date with the latest security patches.
[ ] Implement firewall rules to restrict access to the server to only necessary IP addresses or ranges.
[ ] Implement secure communication protocols such as SSH and TLS for all infrastructure components.
[ ] Implement proper access controls for all infrastructure components to prevent unauthorized access.

Maintain dedicated air-gapped hardware for deployments

[ ] Use a clean OS installation for deployment machines
[ ] Implement full disk encryption on deployment machines
[ ] Install only required software on deployment machines
[ ] Establish secure boot protocols and verified boot chains
[ ] Use hardware wallets for all private key operations
[ ] Configure hardware wallet with multi-signature requirements
[ ] Store backup seeds/recovery phrases in secure locations (multiple physical vaults)
[ ] Implement strict physical access controls for deployment environments
[ ] Create secure network environment (isolated or airgapped network)
[ ] Establish chain of custody procedures for deployment hardware
[ ] Implement logging for all access to deployment environments
[ ] Disable unnecessary I/O ports and wireless connections
[ ] Regularly update firmware on hardware wallets
[ ] Scan all devices for tampering before critical operations
[ ] Use one-time deployment machines for critical projects when possible

Pre-Deployment Phase

[ ] Create detailed deployment scripts
[ ] Prepare constructor parameters and initial state
[ ] Verify contract bytecode matches audited source code
[ ] Test deployment scripts on testnets
[ ] Document contract addresses on testnets
[ ] Conduct user acceptance testing on testnet deployments
[ ] Prepare formal documentation for deployment
[ ] Create deployment runbook with contingency plans
[ ] Set up monitoring infrastructure
[ ] Prepare emergency response plan

Deployment Phase

[ ] Execute final pre-deployment checklist
[ ] Secure private keys for deployment
[ ] Use multi-signature wallets for critical deployments
[ ] Deploy contract through CI/CD pipeline or secure process
[ ] Verify deployed bytecode against compiled bytecode
[ ] Record deployed contract addresses and transaction hashes
[ ] Verify contracts on block explorers
[ ] Run post-deployment validation tests
[ ] Initialize contract state if required
[ ] Transfer ownership/admin roles to proper entities

Post-Deployment Phase

[ ] Set up on-chain monitoring for contract events
[ ] Implement alerting for anomalous activities
[ ] Configure dashboards for contract metrics
[ ] Archive deployment artifacts and documentation
[ ] Conduct post-deployment security review
[ ] Update documentation with production details
[ ] Implement a bug bounty program
[ ] Establish standard operating procedures for contract maintenance
[ ] Create incident response playbooks
[ ] Schedule regular security reviews and audits.

Upgrade Process (if applicable)

[ ] Document upgrade requirements and procedures
[ ] Develop upgrade contracts following the same process
[ ] Test upgrades thoroughly on testnets
[ ] Audit upgrade contracts and migration scripts
[ ] Announce upgrade plans to users and stakeholders
[ ] Execute upgrades in a controlled manner
[ ] Verify upgrades were successful
[ ] Update documentation and monitoring for new contracts

💽 Data Security and Privacy

<aside> <img src="/icons/info-alternate_blue.svg" alt="/icons/info-alternate_blue.svg" width="40px" /> Data security and privacy are critical to protect user information and prevent data breaches, especially given the decentralized nature of web3 applications.

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