T1213.003 Code Repositories
sub-techniqueEnterpriseAdversaries may leverage code repositories to collect valuable information. Code repositories are tools/services that store source code and automate software builds. They may be hosted internally or privately on third party sites such as Github, GitLab, SourceForge, and BitBucket. Users typically interact with code repositories through a web application or command-line utilities such as git. Once adversaries gain access to a victim network or a private code repository, they may collect sensitive information such as proprietary source code or Unsecured Credentials contained within software's source code. Having access to software's source code may allow adversaries to develop Exploits, while credentials may provide access to additional resources using Valid Accounts. **Note:** This is distinct from Code Repositories, which focuses on conducting Reconnaissance via public code repositories.
platforms
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tactics
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sub-technique of
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mitigations
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detected by (3)
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countered by (D3FEND)
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NIST CSF 2.0 — areas of relevance (Protect / Detect)
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- PR.AAIdentity Management, Authentication, and Access Controlmoderate · backed by 6 of 14 mapped controls
- PR.PSPlatform Securitymoderate · backed by 6 of 14 mapped controls
- ID.IMImprovementmoderate · backed by 5 of 14 mapped controls
Derived from MITRE CTID (Apache-2.0) and the NIST 800-53 ↔ CSF crosswalk (public domain). Indicative relevance along the Protect/Detect axis — not a compliance assessment or coverage claim.
mitigating controls (14)
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groups (4)
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software (5)
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campaigns (1)
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Detected by (Sigma) (5)
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