GitHub has introduced a new feature called Code scanning autofix, which is an AI that helps to quickly detect and fix vulnerabilities in code. Currently in public beta status, it automatically enables for Repositories with Private settings for GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS) customers.
The Code scanning autofix system is powered by GitHub Copilot and CodeQL, supporting over 90% of alerts in JavaScript, Typescript, Java, and Python. It can provide suggestions for fixing more than 2 out of 3 vulnerabilities found, giving programmers the option to follow the suggestions or not.
GitHub states that this feature will help reduce time and steps, especially in checking code security vulnerabilities, providing added confidence for organizations.
TLDR: GitHub’s new Code scanning autofix feature utilizes AI to swiftly detect and fix code vulnerabilities, providing increased efficiency and confidence for organizations.
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