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Explore Code Security Feature as GitLab and GitHub Source Connect in Amazon Inspector
The text details the use of Amazon Inspector for code security, focusing on its ability to scan code repositories like GitLab and GitHub. Amazon Inspector automatically scans workloads for vulnerabilities and network exposure, offering Code Security to scan source code and dependencies. The process involves activating Code Security and configuring scan schedules through the console or API. The post walks through viewing findings in the Inspector dashboard for AWS resources like EC2 instances and Lambda functions. It also explores the Code Security features, demonstrating how to view code scan findings. The architecture overview provides a visual representation of how the components interact. The author created an EC2 instance and Lambda function to show how the inspector identifies vulnerabilities. The post outlines the steps, including viewing service role details and activating the inspector. The author then describes the clean-up process, including deactivating the inspector. The example highlights the cost-effectiveness of this solution, comparing it to other security tools. Lastly, it emphasizes the ease of use and the importance of reading the official documentation. The author provides links for readers to learn more about Amazon Inspector Code Security.
