Git Secret Lint Cheat Sheet

Block leaked credentials

Last Updated: November 21, 2025

Focus Areas

Focus
Ensure scanners run on every commit
Report false positives to keep trust

Commands & Queries

git secrets --install
Install hook
git secrets --scan
Scan staged
detect-secrets scan .
Alternate tool

Summary

Secret linting keeps credentials out of repos.

💡 Pro Tip: Add pre-commit hooks and fail CI on detections.
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