Platform Vulnerability Management Plan
status: draft
security: YES
safety: ASIL_B
tags: platform_management
realizes: wp__platform_security_plan, wp__prm_plan
doc__platform_vulnerability_mgt_plan
Generic Document

Vulnerability Management / Platform Vulnerability Management Plan#

Note

Process Integration Summary

Vulnerability management in S-CORE is fully integrated with the Problem Resolution / Problem Resolution Plan process. All vulnerabilities are tracked as security problems through GitHub Issues following the standardized Problem Resolution workflow: Create → Analyze → Implement → Close.

This integration provides:

See Problem Resolution Plan (doc__platform_problem_resolution_plan) for complete workflow details.

Purpose#

The main purpose of the vulnerability management plan is to:

  • establish and maintain a systematic approach for managing vulnerabilities throughout the lifecycle of the S-CORE platform

  • adhere to ISO SAE 21434 vulnerability management requirements where applicable

  • ensure timely detection, analysis, and remediation of vulnerabilities

Objectives and Scope#

Vulnerability Management Goals#

  • Proactive identification and management of vulnerabilities in the S-CORE platform

  • Rapid response to discovered vulnerabilities with appropriate remediation actions

  • Transparency in vulnerability handling aligned with Eclipse Foundation policies

Vulnerability Management Scope#

There is no deviation from the scope presented in the S-CORE project page. The vulnerability management applies to:

  • All software components developed within the S-CORE platform

  • Third-party dependencies and libraries integrated into the platform

  • Build and development tools used in the platform development lifecycle

  • Documentation and configuration artifacts that may have security implications

The platform and its components are developed and integrated for an assumed technical system as platform and components Out of Context (OoC). Vulnerability management follows the defined processes and integrates with the security management system.

Regarding platform specifics:

  • Vulnerabilities are classified by severity (Critical, High, Medium, Low) based on CVSS scores and platform-specific impact

  • Security-relevant components receive priority attention in vulnerability scanning and remediation

  • Platform-specific vulnerability management is coordinated through platform security plan

  • Module-specific vulnerability management is coordinated through module security plans

  • Dependencies are continuously monitored for known vulnerabilities using automated tools

Tailoring#

Tailoring of vulnerability management activities:

  • The tailoring is divided into project-wide and module-specific rules

  • Project-wide tailoring is documented in this document based on platform OoC development

  • Module OoC specific tailoring is documented in module development security plans

  • Vulnerability management follows the Eclipse Foundation Security Policy (Eclipse Foundation Security Policy) and procedures

The vulnerability management plan is aligned with ISO SAE 21434:

  • Clause 8.4 - Vulnerability management activities

  • Clause 8.5 - Continuous cybersecurity activities including vulnerability monitoring

Approach#

Vulnerability Management Culture#

The S-CORE project embraces a culture of proactive vulnerability management and responsible disclosure. Every contributor and committer is encouraged to report potential vulnerabilities through appropriate channels. The project recognizes that vulnerabilities are an inherent aspect of software development and that transparent, efficient handling builds trust with users and the broader community.

We foster an environment where security researchers and contributors are acknowledged for their responsible disclosure of vulnerabilities. The project commits to:

  • Acknowledging vulnerability reports promptly

  • Providing timely updates on remediation progress

  • Learning from each vulnerability to improve development practices

As an Eclipse SDV project, S-CORE follows the Eclipse CSI Security Handbook which provides security guidelines specifically designed for automotive and Software Defined Vehicle contexts. This includes enhanced focus on supply chain security, automated dependency management via Dependabot, and strict branch protection requirements to ensure integrity and traceability of all code changes.

Vulnerability Management Organization#

The vulnerability management organization aligns with the Eclipse Foundation structure and project roles defined in Security management / Platform Security Plan.

Eclipse Foundation Integration

Project Roles

Vulnerability Response Team

A dedicated vulnerability response team is established consisting of:

  • Security Manager (lead)

  • Affected module security managers

  • Relevant committers with domain expertise

  • Quality Manager for verification coordination

  • Safety Manager for safety impact analysis (if applicable)

Eclipse SDV Security Practices

The S-CORE project follows the Eclipse CSI Security Handbook for Eclipse Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) projects:

Vulnerability Identification#

Multiple channels are established for vulnerability identification:

Automated

  • GitHub Dependabot - Automated dependency vulnerability detection and update pull requests

  • GitHub Advanced Security - Code scanning and secret scanning capabilities where available (CodeQL)

Manual

External Reporting

  • Vulnerability reports from security researchers through Eclipse channels

  • CVE monitoring for dependencies and related technologies

  • Security advisories from upstream projects and suppliers

  • Community-reported issues through GitHub issue tracking

Vulnerability Analysis#

All identified vulnerabilities undergo systematic analysis:

Initial

Upon identification, vulnerabilities are triaged within T.B.D. working days:

  • Verification of the vulnerability (confirm exploitability and impact, if applicable)

  • Initial severity assessment using CVSS v3.1 base metrics

  • Affected module/component and version identification

  • Assignment to vulnerability response team member

Detailed

For confirmed vulnerabilities, detailed analysis includes:

  • CVSS v3.1 scoring

  • Platform-specific impact analysis considering safety implications

  • Attack vector and exploitability analysis

  • Affected feature/component and module identification

  • Dependency chain analysis for third-party vulnerabilities

Severity Classification

Vulnerabilities are classified according to CVSS scores and platform impact:

Table 80 Vulnerability Severity Classification#

Severity

CVSS Score

Characteristics

Critical

9.0 - 10.0

Remote code execution, authentication bypass, or impacts safety-critical functionality

High

7.0 - 8.9

Significant security impact, privilege escalation, or affects security mechanisms

Medium

4.0 - 6.9

Moderate impact, requires specific conditions to exploit, limited scope

Low

0.1 - 3.9

Minor impact, difficult to exploit, minimal security consequence

Safety Impact Analysis

For safety-relevant components (ASIL B), additional analysis addresses:

  • Potential for vulnerability to cause hazardous behaviors

  • Impact on safety mechanisms

  • Interaction with functional safety requirements

  • Need for safety-related remediation verification

Vulnerability Remediation#

Vulnerability remediation follows the Problem Resolution workflow as defined in Problem Resolution Plan (doc__platform_problem_resolution_plan) with security-specific adaptations.

Remediation Timelines

Remediation Time Lines are based on vulnerability severity (mapped to problem classification):

Table 81 Vulnerability Remediation Timelines and Problem Classification#

Severity

CVSS Score

Problem Label

Target Timeline

Actions

Critical

9.0 - 10.0

blocker

7 days (T.B.D.)

Immediate response team activation, emergency patch, coordinated disclosure

High

7.0 - 8.9

critical

30 days (T.B.D.)

Prioritized fix development, regular status updates, planned release

Medium

4.0 - 6.9

major

90 days (T.B.D.)

Scheduled fix in upcoming release, documented workarounds if available

Low

0.1 - 3.9

minor

180 days or next major release (T.B.D.)

Addressed in regular development cycle, may be combined with other fixes

Workarounds and Mitigations

When immediate fixes are not feasible:

  • Document and communicate workarounds to affected users

  • Implement temporary mitigations to reduce risk

  • Update platform security manual with guidance

  • Plan permanent fix for future release

Vulnerability Tracking and Reporting#

Vulnerabilities are managed through the S-CORE Problem Resolution / Problem Resolution Plan process. Each identified vulnerability is treated as a security problem and follows the established Problem Resolution workflow defined in Problem Resolution Plan (doc__platform_problem_resolution_plan).

This ensures the integration with the existing project management infrastructure.

Tracking System

All vulnerabilities are tracked using GitHub Issues as the ONLY mechanism per Problem Resolution process:

  • GitHub Issues - Primary tracking system:

    • Issue type: Problem Report with type Security Vulnerability

    • Labels: T.B.D. security, vulnerability, plus severity labels (critical, blocker, major, minor)

    • Template: gd_temp__problem_template extended with vulnerability-specific attributes

    • Workflow: Problem Resolution workflow (open → in review → in implementation → closed/rejected)

    • Projects dashboard for visual tracking and status management

    • Linked PRs for remediation implementation tracking

Reporting and Metrics

Regular reporting includes:

  • Weekly/Monthly (T.B.D.) vulnerability status in T.B.D. meetings

Key Metrics

  • Number of vulnerabilities by severity and source

Vulnerability Disclosure#

Responsible disclosure follows Eclipse Foundation policies.

References#

Related Platform Management Plans:

External References: