Security Vulnerability Remediation

Phase 1: Security Assessments (Story #2834) Objective: Complete security audit and establish testing framework Audit and document 14 active dependency vulnerabilities Review and secure encryption key management Create pre-update validation test checklist for critical paths Phase 2: Critical Fixes (Story #2835) Objective: Resolve high-priority security vulnerabilities Update form-data package (critical vulnerability) Update PrismJS and react-syntax-highlighter dependencies Validate file upload/download functionality post-updates Impact: Addresses identified security vulnerabilities in TalentBlocks platform dependencies, ensuring compliance and reducing security risk before implementing new payment features like Stripe Connect.

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Stripe Connect Integration

What is it? Stripe Connect enables platforms to facilitate payments between multiple parties - allowing TalentBlocks to process payments from clients to freelancers while automatically collecting platform fees. Why we need it Automated fee collection - Capture platform commission on every transaction without manual processing Compliance handled - Stripe manages KYC, identity verification, and tax reporting Scalability - Support growing transaction volume without building payment infrastructure Key features to implement Express Accounts - Quick onboarding for talent providers with Stripe handling verification Payment splitting - Automatic routing of funds to providers while collecting platform fees Integrated dashboard - Transaction monitoring and reporting within TalentBlocks This positions TalentBlocks as a payment facilitator without the complexity of building our own payment infrastructure.