The backstory on GitLab's security hardening documentation
Aug 1, 2023Mark Loveless

Summary
This post details the origins and development of GitLab's security hardening documentation, including field research, attack scenarios, and guidance on when and how to apply hardening measures to self-managed instances. It emphasizes the importance of threat modeling and adapting recommendations to specific environments.
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