Unknown GitHub user cloned private repository
Description
AlphaSOC detected that an unknown GitHub user cloned a private repository. This activity involves unauthorized access to proprietary code and sensitive data stored in private repositories. Threat actors can clone repositories to exfiltrate source code, credentials, API keys, and other confidential information that may be embedded in the codebase or commit history.
Impact
Unauthorized cloning of private repositories can lead to intellectual property theft, exposure of secrets, and compromise of hardcoded credentials. This activity may result in competitive disadvantage, regulatory compliance violations, and data leakage.
Severity
| Severity | Condition |
|---|---|
Low | Unknown GitHub user cloned private repository |
Investigation and Remediation
Review GitHub audit logs to identify who cloned the repository. Verify whether this action was authorized. If unauthorized, rotate any potentially compromised credentials and secrets that may have been exposed, and perform a comprehensive security audit of the environment for other signs of potential compromise. Consider implementing IP allowlisting to prevent future unauthorized access.