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GitHub repository transferred to another enterprise account

ID:github_repository_transferred
Data type:GitHub
Severity:
Medium
MITRE ATT&CK:TA0010:T1537

Description

AlphaSOC detected a GitHub repository transfer to another enterprise account. This activity indicates a change in repository ownership that could expose source code and sensitive data to unauthorized parties.

Impact

Repository transfers can result in source code theft, exposure of secrets and credentials stored in code, and loss of intellectual property. Adversaries use stolen repositories to identify security vulnerabilities, extract hardcoded credentials, and gather intelligence for additional attacks.

Severity

SeverityCondition
Medium
GitHub repository transferred to another enterprise account

Investigation and Remediation

Review GitHub audit logs to identify the user who initiated the transfer and the destination account. Verify whether the transfer was authorized as part of normal business operations. For unauthorized transfers, contact GitHub support to restore repository ownership, rotate any exposed credentials, and review repository access logs for additional suspicious activity.