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Obtain the triggering build workflows from provenances for static analysis

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Python
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Description

We need to implement a new feature to obtain the GitHub Actions workflow that has triggered a build/replease from the SLSA provenance (or build command from the Witness provenance) and use that in the build checks instead of analyzing all the Actions. This would let us to use the most accurate workflows in the static analysis and get more benefit from the provenances if they are available.

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points; start by tracing the build checks and existing SLSA or Witness provenance handling. Done means the relevant triggering workflow or build command is obtained from available provenance and used for static analysis instead of analyzing all Actions.

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Assessment

Tech stack
github-actions, python
Domain
build-system, ci-cd, security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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