close-dependabot

Close Dependabot security alerts with a logged justification.

84|5|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fitlab-ai/agent-infra --skill close-dependabot
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: close-dependabot
Source: https://github.com/fitlab-ai/agent-infra/tree/main/.agents/skills/close-dependabot
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fitlab-ai/agent-infra --skill close-dependabot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill automates the safe closure of Dependabot security alerts and records the rationale for auditability and future reference.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fetches the open Dependabot alert details from the security alerts repository and displays key metadata to ensure informed decision-making.
  • Prompts the user to select a closure reason from predefined options and requires a detailed justification if proceeding with closure.
  • Applies API mappings, updates related tasks or records when applicable, and provides final confirmations and follow-up steps.

Quick Start

Initiate the skill by providing the alert number and selecting a reason from the listed options.

Frequently Asked Questions about close-dependabot

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I close a Dependabot security alert with an audit trail?▼

To close a Dependabot security alert with an audit trail, you can automate the process by fetching alert details, selecting a predefined closure reason, and applying the corresponding API mapping to log the justified rationale.

What is the best way to automate Dependabot alert closure for security auditing?▼

Automating Dependabot alert closure for security auditing involves reading open alert metadata, validating its status, collecting a justified closure reason, and applying API mappings to update records for future reference.

Do I need specific API permissions to modify and close Dependabot security alerts?▼

Yes, modifying and closing Dependabot security alerts requires access to the security alerts API and appropriate permissions to ensure authorized changes and successful audit logging.

Can I fetch Dependabot alert details before choosing a closure reason?▼

Yes, the process fetches open Dependabot alert details from the security alerts repository and displays key metadata to ensure informed decision-making before prompting you to select a closure reason.

Why does closing a Dependabot alert require a detailed justification?▼

Closing a Dependabot alert requires a detailed justification to record the rationale for auditability, ensuring that the security context and reasoning for closure are saved for future reference and compliance.