Create Comprehensive Secret Rotation Documentation for GPG Key

[jakobmoellerdev]

Create detailed documentation on the process of rotating secrets for GPG keys used within our systems. This documentation should outline the importance, procedures, and best practices for securely rotating GPG keys. This will help ensure that sensitive data remains secure and that team members follow a standardized process for key rotation.

Objectives:

Overview of GPG Key Rotation:

Explain the necessity of regularly rotating GPG keys.
Outline potential risks of not rotating keys, such as data exposure or key compromise.
Preparation for Key Rotation:

Steps to back up the existing key pair securely.
Exporting and securely storing keys before rotation.
Generating New Keys:

Instructions on creating a new GPG key pair.
Guidelines on choosing key parameters (e.g., encryption strength, expiration date).
Replacing the Key in Systems:

Update procedures for applications and services that use the GPG key.
Specify any dependencies that need to be updated to use the new key.
Revoking the Old Key:

Describe how to revoke the old GPG key.
Include steps for notifying relevant parties about the key rotation.
Validating the New Key Setup:

Verification steps to ensure the new GPG key is correctly integrated.
Test decryption and encryption processes where applicable.
Checklist and Best Practices:

Summarize key rotation steps in a checklist format.
Provide best practices for GPG key management and rotation frequency.
Acceptance Criteria:

Documentation should be clear, thorough, and easily understandable by team members.
The document should include visuals or command examples where possible to aid understanding.
Ensure the document is stored in an accessible repository for the team and is regularly reviewed for updates.