GitHub organization recovery codes accessed
Description
AlphaSOC detected that GitHub organization recovery codes were accessed. Recovery codes are backup authentication methods that allow users to regain access to their accounts when primary authentication methods fail. Threat actors who gain unauthorized access to these codes can bypass multi-factor authentication controls and maintain persistent access to the organization's repositories, settings, and sensitive data.
Impact
Unauthorized access to recovery codes could enable adversaries to maintain persistent access to the GitHub organization, potentially exposing source code, intellectual property, and sensitive organizational data. This activity may indicate that a threat actor has already compromised user credentials within the organization and is attempting to establish alternative authentication methods for future access.
Severity
| Severity | Condition |
|---|---|
Informational | GitHub organization recovery codes accessed |
Investigation and Remediation
Verify whether the recovery code access was authorized. Review GitHub Enterprise audit logs for any suspicious activity associated with the account that accessed the recovery codes. If unauthorized access is confirmed, reset affected user credentials, regenerate new recovery codes, and conduct a comprehensive security audit of the environment for other signs of a potential compromise.