diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
index 0ba13d34b7..712431cab5 100644
--- a/CONTRIBUTING.md
+++ b/CONTRIBUTING.md
@@ -18,6 +18,8 @@ When filing an issue, make sure to answer these five questions:
 General questions should go to the [golang-nuts mailing list](https://groups.google.com/group/golang-nuts) instead of the issue tracker.
 The gophers there will answer or ask you to file an issue if you've tripped over a bug.
 
+Sensitive security-related issues should be reported to [security@golang.org](mailto:security@golang.org).
+
 ## Contributing code
 
 Please read the [Contribution Guidelines](https://golang.org/doc/contribute.html)
diff --git a/doc/contrib.html b/doc/contrib.html
index 93a609fb20..c286abc9b8 100644
--- a/doc/contrib.html
+++ b/doc/contrib.html
@@ -91,6 +91,10 @@ a new one.)
 We pride ourselves on being meticulous; no issue is too small.
 </p>
 
+<p>
+Sensitive security-related issues should be reported to <a href="mailto:security@golang.org">security@golang.org</a>.
+</p>
+
 <h3><a href="/doc/contribute.html">Contributing code</a></h3>
 
 <p>