Ensure any changes to code are tracked in a version control platform

LowLevel 1Manual reviewgitlab

Description

Manage all code projects in a version control platform. Version control platforms keep track of every modification to code. They represent the cornerstone of code security, as well as allowing for better code collaboration within engineering teams. With granular access management, change tracking, and key signing of code edits, version control platforms are the first step in securing the software supply chain.

How it is checked

Audit method: Manual review

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Ensure that all code activity is managed in a GitLab repository for every micro- service or application developed by your organization.

How it is fixed

Fix method: Guidance or infrastructure patch

Upload existing code projects to a GitLab group or instance and create an identity for each active team member who might contribute or need access to it.

Properties

Operating systems: Any
Tags: devsecopsgitlab
Reference: CIS GitLab Benchmark v1.0.1 - 1.1.1 Ensure any changes to code are tracked in a version control platform