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Published Date: June 10, 2026

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GitHub finally pulls the plug on automatic install script execution for npm

GitHub is making a change to its default settings for npm install behavior.

Source CSO Online Updated 2h 04m ago AI Summary

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GitHub is making a change to its default settings for npm install behavior. The change will block automatic install script execution by default, although coders can still choose to enable it. This adjustment is set to take place in July, as part of the updates in V12, according to GitHub's changelog.

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