> cat /dev/github | grep security-tools
discovered 03 Aug 2026

gittyleaks

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Gittyleaks is a tool designed to identify sensitive data leaks in Git repositories by scanning for common keywords such as 'username', 'password', and 'email' in various formats including JSON and configuration files. Its primary use case is to help developers detect and remediate accidental exposure of credentials and private information in their codebases. Notable features include customizable search options, the ability to clone repositories for analysis, and a command-line interface that supports verbose output and filtering of search results.