bazelbuild / bazelbuild/rules_license

`gather_metadata` does not preserve tree of dependencies

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Description

When generating a Cyclone DX SBOM, it is desirable to model the graph of dependencies [via the `dependencies` attribute](https://cyclonedx.org/docs/1.6/json/#dependencies). The required data is not preserved by our existing providers.

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Research direction

Start by locating gather_metadata and the existing providers mentioned in the issue, then compare the generated CycloneDX SBOM with the CycloneDX 1.6 dependencies attribute. Done means the required dependency data is preserved so the SBOM models the dependency graph.

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Domain
build-system
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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