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From: Jarvis_Mieye <53408089+Twhite2@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Thu, 19 Oct 2023 16:53:49 +0000
Subject: [PATCH] All star review for sig-security

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+## "Allstar: A Comprehensive Security Solution for Organizational Needs"
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+Allstar stands has a robust security tool that seamlessly addresses various security requirements. It effectively covers several essential security aspects based on a checklist of key security measures:
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+ CodeQL Integration: Allstar's integration with GitHub Actions automates code vulnerability scanning using the CodeQL engine.
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+Static Code Analysis: Allstar can be seamlessly integrated with govulncheck for automated scanning of Go code for vulnerabilities.
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+Repository Security Settings: Organizations can use Allstar to enforce critical security settings, such as requiring a security policy and enabling security advisories.
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+Dependabot Alerts: Allstar's integration with Dependabot automates the scanning of dependencies for vulnerabilities.
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+Code Scanning Alerts: Organizations can easily integrate Allstar with code scanning tools for automatic vulnerability detection in code.
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+While Allstar offers a comprehensive solution, some security aspects still require manual configuration within individual repositories. These include:
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+Security Policies
+Security Advisories
+Private Vulnerability Reporting
+Dependabot Alerts
+Code Scanning Alerts
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+Additionally, Allstar extends its capabilities to cover other security measures not initially listed:
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+Branch Protection
+Security Testing
+Code Review Requirements
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+To enable Allstar across your organization, follow these straightforward steps:
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+Install the Allstar GitHub app.
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+Visit the installation page and click "Configure." If your organization consists of multiple branches, choose the one where you intend to install Allstar.
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+Opt for "All Repositories" under Repository Access, even if you plan to disable Allstar on specific repositories later.
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+Fork the sample repository.
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+Access the sample repository and click the "Use this template" button.
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+In the Repository Name field, input .allstar.
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+Click "Create repository from template."
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+These steps activate Allstar's current policies across all your repositories, promptly identifying policy violations. For any necessary configuration adjustments, consult the manual installation directions.
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+Allstar is, at its core, a potent security solution that simplifies the implementation of vital security measures while offering flexibility for customization and manual adjustments as required.
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