GitHub has implemented tokens to provide selective access

github implemented support for the new type of tokens Access, which can selectively determine the powers of a particular developer or script, covering only those tasks that are necessary for the work. It is expected that the selective provision of access will help reduce the risk of attacks in case of compromising of the accounting data. Tokens can be used in scripts to organize selective access to the GITHUB API and when connected via HTTPS. Additionally, administrators are given the opportunity to view and recall tokens, as well as tasks of an audit policy and confirmation of tokens.

If earlier a participant could form individual tokens that provide access to all its repositories and organizations, then using new tokens, the project owner can detail access, for example, allowing work in the mode only for reading or open selective access to certain repositories. In total, you can tie the more

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