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GitHub Enhances Code Scanning Customization
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- →Provides granular control over security scans without extra workflow maintenance.
- →Enables centralized security configuration management across repositories.
- →Offers flexibility for organizations to tailor security settings as needed.
GitHub has rolled out a new feature that lets developers customize their CodeQL code scanning setup using a configuration file. This enhancement allows for detailed control over security scans without the need for individual GitHub Actions workflows in each repository. Organizations can maintain a central configuration file, ensuring consistent security practices while allowing for repository-specific adjustments. This feature is now available on GitHub.com and will be included in GitHub Enterprise Server 3.23, offering a scalable solution for managing security across multiple repositories.
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