Access to source code
Read and write access to source code, development tools and software libraries should be appropriately managed.
Purpose
To prevent unauthorized access to source code and maintain integrity of code.
Implementation Guidance
Restrict access to source code repositories
Implement version control for all code
Use branch protection and code review processes
Separate development, test, and production environments
Monitor access to source code repositories
Recommended Tools
GitHub
Leading platform for version control and code collaboration. Essential for software development teams.
Google Workspace
Complete suite including email, calendar, and SSO capabilities. Ideal for startups already using Gmail.
Okta
Enterprise identity and access management platform providing SSO, MFA, and lifecycle management for secure authentication.
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