dependency-vetting

Assess third-party dependencies across five phases and issue a risk verdict.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cameronsjo/dev-toolkit --skill dependency-vetting-cameronsjo
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Skill: dependency-vetting
Source: https://github.com/cameronsjo/dev-toolkit/tree/main/skills/dependency-vetting
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cameronsjo/dev-toolkit --skill dependency-vetting-cameronsjo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Evaluate third-party dependencies for trust and security before adoption.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Five-phase assessment: author identity, dependency tree, source audit, build pipeline, and risk scoring.
  • Guidance for evidence gathering using standard tools like GitHub CLI and web search.
  • Risk scoring and practical mitigations to adopt or avoid dependencies.

Quick Start

Run the five-phase vetting workflow on a new dependency before integrating it into your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependency-vetting

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I assess open-source dependencies for security risks before adoption?▼

Assess open-source dependencies for security risks by running a five-phase vetting process: author identity, dependency tree, source audit, build pipeline, and risk scoring. This structured evidence collection yields a final risk verdict to guide adoption decisions.

What is supply-chain dependency vetting and when do I need it?▼

Supply-chain dependency vetting is the process of evaluating third-party dependencies for trust and security before integrating them. You need it when adopting new open-source packages to identify risk factors and gather required evidence using standard tools like GitHub CLI.

How do I audit a dependency tree and build pipeline for vulnerabilities?▼

Audit a dependency tree and build pipeline by enforcing a structured assessment process that examines transitive dependencies and build configurations. This dependency vetting identifies hidden risk factors and collects evidence to produce a comprehensive risk score.

Can I use this dependency vetting process to check author identity and source code trust?▼

Yes, you can check author identity and source code trust using this dependency vetting process. It explicitly evaluates author identity and conducts a source audit as the first and third phases of its five-phase assessment workflow to establish trust before adoption.

What is the best way to score third-party dependency risk in a software project?▼

The best way to score third-party dependency risk is through a structured five-phase vetting workflow that concludes with risk scoring. It aggregates evidence from author, dependency, source, and build pipeline audits to output a final risk verdict with practical mitigations.