GitHub is blocking South American users
6 months ago
- #RateLimiting
- #Error429
- #GitHub
- Users report GitHub raw file access issues with error 429, indicating rate limiting.
- Issue affects multiple users globally, especially in South America and Brazil.
- Users report problems with accessing raw files, scripts, and dependencies.
- Some users suspect GitHub is incorrectly flagging normal usage as scraping.
- Workarounds include using VPNs or waiting, but no official solution from GitHub.
- Impact extends to tools like Wabbajack, AUR packages, and self-hosted systems.
- Some users report intermittent access, suggesting possible fixes or changes.
- No official statement from GitHub or Microsoft acknowledging the issue.