Upload and Scan Files with VirusTotal
A GitHub Action to upload and scan files for malware using VirusTotal's analysis engine.
What is Upload and Scan Files with VirusTotal?
ghaction-virustotal is a GitHub Action that allows developers to automatically upload and scan files for malware using VirusTotal's analysis engine. It integrates directly into GitHub workflows to provide security scanning for build artifacts, release assets, and other files, helping identify potential threats before distribution. The action supports various scanning modes including local file uploads, VirusTotal Monitor integration, and automated release asset scanning.
Developers and DevOps engineers building CI/CD pipelines on GitHub who need to incorporate security scanning into their release processes. It's particularly useful for projects distributing binaries or executables where malware detection is critical.
Developers choose this action because it provides a straightforward, automated way to leverage VirusTotal's extensive malware database without manual intervention. Its tight integration with GitHub's release system and configurable scanning options make it a versatile tool for enhancing software supply chain security.
Overview
GitHub Action to upload and scan files with VirusTotal
Use Cases
Best For
- Scanning executable files in CI pipelines before release
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