Secure vulnerability tracking portal
Why Choose This Project
In modern software development and IT environments, tracking vulnerabilities efficiently is critical to maintaining system security. Manual tracking or spreadsheets often lead to missed issues, delayed fixes, and compliance risks. This project provides a secure web-based platform for tracking, managing, and monitoring vulnerabilities throughout their lifecycle, ensuring timely remediation and audit-ready reporting.
What You Get
A centralized portal where security teams, developers, and administrators can report, track, and resolve vulnerabilities. The system provides detailed insights into each vulnerability, including severity, affected systems, status, assigned personnel, and remediation timelines. It supports notifications, dashboards, and historical tracking for compliance purposes.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
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| User Authentication | Role-based login for admins, security teams, and developers |
| Vulnerability Reporting | Create new vulnerability entries with details, severity, and affected systems |
| Status Tracking | Track vulnerability status: Open, In Progress, Resolved, or Closed |
| Assignment & Workflow | Assign vulnerabilities to responsible personnel and track progress |
| Severity Scoring | Classify vulnerabilities based on risk (low, medium, high, critical) |
| Notifications & Alerts | Automatic email or dashboard alerts for critical vulnerabilities |
| Reporting & Analytics | Generate reports, charts, and trend analysis for vulnerability management |
| Audit Logs | Track changes, updates, and actions on vulnerabilities |
Technology Stack
| Layer | Technology |
|---|---|
| Frontend Layer | HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap for responsive UI |
| Backend Layer | Node.js (Express) / Java Spring Boot / Python Flask |
| Database Layer | MongoDB / MySQL / PostgreSQL for storing vulnerability data |
| Security Layer | HTTPS, JWT / OAuth2 for authentication, role-based access control |
| Optional Libraries & APIs | Email APIs (Nodemailer, SendGrid), Chart.js / D3.js for dashboard visuals |
Working Flow
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Vulnerability Submission – Users submit new vulnerabilities with affected systems, descriptions, severity, and attachments.
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Validation & Classification – The system validates input and categorizes severity levels automatically.
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Assignment & Workflow – Vulnerabilities are assigned to responsible developers or teams.
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Tracking & Updates – Track the progress of each vulnerability, update status, and add remediation notes.
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Notification & Alerts – Critical vulnerabilities trigger automated notifications via email or dashboard alerts.
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Reporting & Dashboard – Admins can view charts, statistics, and trends for vulnerability management.
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Audit Logging – All actions, updates, and assignments are logged for compliance and review.
Main Modules
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Authentication Module → Secure login with role-based access
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Vulnerability Management Module → Create, update, assign, and track vulnerabilities
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Workflow & Assignment Module → Manage responsibilities and progress tracking
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Notification Module → Alerts and email notifications for critical issues
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Reporting Module → Generate reports, graphs, and trends
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Dashboard Module → Visual representation of vulnerabilities, severity, and resolution status
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Audit Module → Maintain logs of all actions for compliance and auditing
Security Features
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HTTPS-secured portal and API endpoints
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JWT/OAuth2 authentication for secure access
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Role-based access control for sensitive modules
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Audit logs to track all changes and updates
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Real-time alerts for high-severity vulnerabilities
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Input validation and file attachment scanning to prevent malicious uploads