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Securing GitHub (Changelog Interviews #596)

Jun 19, 2024
01:29:38
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Jacob DePriest, VP at GitHub, discusses Artifact Attestations, profile hardening, GitHub Advanced Security, code scanning, and improving Dependabot to secure GitHub. Topics include preventing XZ-like attacks and the importance of open-source security measures.
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Quick takeaways

  • GitHub emphasizes 2FA and Artifact Attestations for enhanced security measures.
  • GitHub's AI tools like Copilot aid in proactive vulnerability detection and code corrections.

Deep dives

GitHub and Securing Open Source Dependencies

Securing GitHub and open source dependencies discussed by GitHub's VP and Deputy Chief Security Officer, Jacob De Priest. Steps taken to ensure security at GitHub include mandatory 2FA and attestations. Socket, a developer-first security platform protecting against vulnerable and malicious dependencies, highlighted. Dangers highlighted, such as type squat attacks and vulnerable dependencies.

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