Security: Comprehensive hardening of README.md documentation#3
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[WIP] Review security in README.md
Security: Comprehensive hardening of README.md documentation
Feb 3, 2026
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README.md contained security-sensitive examples and insufficient security guidance for a self-hosted AI assistant handling API credentials and messaging channels.
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Critical Security Warnings Added
bind: loopbackonly, neverallin productionCredentials & Examples Hardened
+1234567890→+15555550100(clearly fictional)sk-ant-api03-...→ fully maskedsk-ant-api03-XXXXXXXX...File Permissions Guidance
.env Security Block
Added 5-point security checklist:
New Security Section
Comprehensive best practices across 6 categories:
moltbot security audit --deep)Documentation Structure
Impact
84 lines added, 14 modified. README now serves as both setup guide and security reference, with actionable commands at decision points.
Original prompt
💡 You can make Copilot smarter by setting up custom instructions, customizing its development environment and configuring Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. Learn more Copilot coding agent tips in the docs.