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npm Introduces Publish-Time Malware Scanning
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- →Enhances security by scanning for malware before packages are available for install.
- →Requires developers to declare dual-use content, promoting transparency.
- →May necessitate changes in publishing workflows to accommodate new delays.
npm has announced a new security measure that involves automatic malware scanning of packages at the time of publishing. This process introduces a delay of up to 15 minutes before packages are available for installation, depending on their content and size. Publishers of dual-use content must declare this in their metadata and provide a disclosure file, which could lead to further review. This initiative is part of npm's ongoing efforts to improve supply-chain security and requires developers to adapt their publishing processes accordingly.
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GitHub Copilot Expands Usage Metrics Reporting
GitHub has enhanced its Copilot usage metrics API, now offering more granular insights into individual user activity within the Copilot app. Previously, Copilot app usage was only visible at an enterprise or organization level, but now it includes detailed breakdowns by feature, model, and language. This allows enterprise owners and billing managers to better understand how the Copilot app is being used, who is using it, and what it produces. The update makes it easier to compare Copilot app activity with other surfaces like IDEs and coding agents, providing a comprehensive view of AI-assisted coding within organizations.
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Grok 4.5 Now Integrated with GitHub Copilot
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GitHub Expands Dependabot Alerts with OpenSSF Data
GitHub has enhanced its Dependabot alerts by integrating malware advisories from the OpenSSF malicious-packages repository. This update significantly broadens the scope of malware data available, covering ecosystems like npm and PyPI. Users with malware alerting enabled will automatically receive alerts for dependencies matching this expanded set of advisories. This integration means developers can now benefit from a more comprehensive security coverage without additional setup, making it easier to identify and mitigate potential threats across various ecosystems.
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