Top 5 Riskiest Repositories Git Posture

Overview

The Top 5 Riskiest Repositories bar chart identifies repositories with the highest security risk scores based on multiple Git posture factors including missing branch protection, unsigned commits, secrets exposure, and shell injection vulnerabilities.

Risk Scoring Methodology

Repositories receive risk points based on the following factors:

• Missing branch protection: 30 points

• Allowing unsigned commits: 20 points

• Exposed secrets: 15 points per instance

• Shell injection vulnerabilities: 15 points per instance

Security Value

This visualization helps security teams prioritize remediation efforts on the most vulnerable repositories in the organization's codebase. By addressing issues in high-risk repositories first, teams can efficiently reduce their overall security risk exposure.

Interpretation

• Higher bars indicate repositories with more serious or numerous security issues

• The distribution of risk scores can help identify systemic problems (e.g., widespread lack of branch protection)

• Repositories at the top of the chart should receive immediate attention

Recommended Actions

1. Implement branch protection rules for high-risk repositories

2. Enable signed commit requirements where missing

3. Remediate detected secrets and revoke any exposed credentials

4. Fix shell injection vulnerabilities in GitHub Actions workflows

5. Establish secure coding and configuration practices to prevent recurrence

6. Consider implementing security gates for these repositories to prevent further issues