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GitHub Expands Secret Scanning Capabilities
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- →Expands detection capabilities to include more secret types, enhancing security.
- →Automatic blocking of commits with secrets improves repository protection.
- →Validity checks and richer metadata aid in prioritizing remediation efforts.
GitHub has updated its secret scanning feature to include new partners and expanded detection capabilities. The update adds Cloudsmith and Meraki as partners and significantly increases GitLab token coverage. New detectors for Elastic, Slack, Supabase, DataDog, and VolcEngine are now included. Repositories with secret scanning enabled will automatically block commits containing these secrets. The update also introduces validity checks and richer metadata, providing users with more context and helping prioritize remediation.
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