GITHUB has updated its actions/checkout feature to prevent common patterns of Pwn requests, a significant step in enhancing workflow security within software supply chains. This update aims to block specific attack vectors that threaten GitHub workflows, reflecting ongoing efforts to bolster cybersecurity practices. The move emphasizes the importance of safeguarding code repositories against potential exploitation by malicious actors.
GitHub updates actions/checkout to stop Pwn request attacks
Article by CyberSIXT