GitLab 17.7 brings a new Planner role, auto-resolve vulnerabilities, and enhanced security

GitLab has released version 17.7 of its DevOps platform, introducing several new features and enhancements. A notable addition is the Planner role, designed to provide tailored access to agile planning tools like epics, roadmaps, and kanban boards, aligning with the principle of least privilege to enhance collaboration and security.

Instance administrators now have the ability to configure an allowlist for controlling which integrations can be enabled on a GitLab instance. This version also offers a new method for user contribution and membership mapping during migrations between GitLab instances via direct transfer, providing flexibility and control over the import process.

A new Vulnerability Management policy has been introduced, allowing for vulnerabilities to be automatically marked as resolved when no longer detected by automated scanning. Users can now rotate personal, project, and group access tokens directly through the UI, a process previously requiring API use.

Additionally, a new GraphQL query is available, enabling DevOps teams to view a list of projects utilizing a CI/CD component across organizational pipelines. The release also includes a small hosted runner on Linux ARM for GitLab.com, integrated with GitLab CI/CD, to facilitate building and testing applications on the ARM architecture.

Version 17.7 also encompasses various other improvements and bug fixes, enhancing the overall functionality and stability of the platform.