GitHub bot unexpected activities
Description
AlphaSOC detected unexpected activities from a GitHub bot. GitHub bots are automated accounts that perform various tasks such as CI/CD operations, code reviews, and repository management. Threat actors can compromise legitimate bots or create them to gain persistent access to repositories, exfiltrate source code, inject malicious code into the development pipeline, or manipulate repository settings while evading detection.
Impact
Compromised GitHub bot accounts can lead to unauthorized access to proprietary source code, intellectual property theft, and exposure of secrets stored in repositories. Bots enable threat actors to perform malicious activities within the environment while blending in with legitimate automated activities.
Severity
| Severity | Condition |
|---|---|
Low | GitHub bot unexpected activities |
Investigation and Remediation
Review the bot's recent activities in GitHub audit logs, verify whether the bot is legitimate and its actions align with its intended purpose, and check for any unauthorized repository access or configuration changes. If the bot's activities are suspicious or unauthorized, immediately revoke the bot's authentication tokens, rotate any potentially compromised credentials, and conduct a thorough investigation to determine the scope and impact of the compromise.