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7/1/2026
6 security settings every GitHub maintainer should enable this week

6 security settings every GitHub maintainer should enable this week

Short summary

GitHub maintainers should enable six free security settings to close common attack vectors. These controls won't make projects unhackable but meaningfully raise the bar for attackers. Implementation is straightforward and requires no cost.

  • Six free security settings available to GitHub maintainers
  • Closes easy attack vectors without making projects completely secure
  • Immediate implementation with no additional cost

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