White Blue • 5/17/2020

How (and why) to sign Git commits

This article explains the importance of signing Git commits with GPG keys to ensure authenticity and integrity of code changes. It highlights how unsigned commits can be easily impersonated by changing user name and email, posing risks in software supply chain security. The guide covers concrete benefits like getting a 'Verified' badge on GitHub and protecting against tampering, especially for sensitive or mission-critical projects. It also touches on potential attack scenarios involving disgruntled employees or supply chain threats, emphasizing the need for cryptographic signing.

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#github #git #Gpg