Exposed Secrets in Public Repos: A New Frontier in Threat Intelligence
Whiteintel now introduces Public GitHub Repository Scan, a new feature designed to help organizations detect exposed secrets and sensitive information in public code repositories.
As part of our continuous mission to expand visibility beyond traditional dark web sources, this feature extends your monitoring coverage into GitHub, where secrets are often unintentionally leaked through commits, configurations, or automation pipelines.
🔍 Why GitHub Scanning Matters
Public repositories frequently contain traces of API keys, tokens, credentials, or environment files that can expose internal systems if overlooked.
Attackers actively index and monitor GitHub for such leaks, making early detection crucial.
WhiteIntel’s GitHub Repository Scan continuously analyzes repository commits, file structures, and branches to identify potential exposures before threat actors can exploit them.
⚙️ How It Works
Once activated through the Watchlist page on dashboard, Whiteintel connects to our GitHub scanning engine and begins a deep inspection of your repositories:
- Scans all branches and complete commit history
- Detects secrets like API keys, tokens, credentials, or sensitive file patterns
- Provides detailed context per finding (file, commit, author, matched rule)
- Enables CSV export for further analysis or compliance review
- Integrates with Jira and Slack for incident follow-up
🧩 Availability and Limitations
This feature is currently in beta and available for:
- Enterprise License: up to 8 repositories
- Threat Intelligence License: up to 16 repositories
Each repository is scanned fully, covering all branches and the complete commit history for precise detection.
The addition of Public GitHub Repository Scan extends WhiteIntel’s reach across dark web sources, domain monitoring, and now code repositories providing full-spectrum visibility for your digital exposure.