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How to Protect Your GitHub Repos Against Malicious Clones

76 · freeCodeCamp.org · July 16, 2025, 10:06 p.m.
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Summary
This blog post discusses the ongoing threats to open-source repositories on GitHub, particularly the issue of malicious clones that have been proliferating since last year. It highlights the importance of securing GitHub repositories against such vulnerabilities, emphasizing preventative measures developers can take to safeguard their work.
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