sca-audit

Scan project dependencies for known CVEs across multiple ecosystems.

5|1|Updated Mar 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cmaenner/agent-security-playbook --skill sca-audit
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Skill: sca-audit
Source: https://github.com/cmaenner/agent-security-playbook/tree/main/skills/sca-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cmaenner/agent-security-playbook --skill sca-audit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the critical need to identify and mitigate security risks within a project's software dependencies, preventing the introduction of known vulnerabilities into production systems.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vulnerability Scanning: Detects known Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) in project dependencies across various ecosystems.
  • Dependency Health Check: Flags unmaintained packages, potential typosquatting, and license compliance issues.
  • Use Case: Before deploying a new version of a web application, use this Skill to scan its Node.js dependencies for any newly disclosed CVEs, ensuring that no vulnerable components are shipped.

Quick Start

Use the sca-audit skill to scan the project's dependencies for known vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions about sca-audit

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

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How do I scan project dependencies for known vulnerabilities and CVEs?▼

To scan project dependencies for known vulnerabilities, you can use this Skill to detect CVEs across ecosystems like Node.js, Python, Go, and Java by integrating with tools like osv-scanner or npm audit for accurate analysis.

What is software composition analysis and when do I need it?▼

Software composition analysis identifies and mitigates security risks in your project's software dependencies. You need it to prevent introducing known vulnerabilities into production systems during pre-deployment security checks.

Can I use this vulnerability assessment approach for Node.js and Python projects?▼

Yes, this dependency scanning approach works across multiple ecosystems including Node.js, Python, Go, and Java, allowing you to triage automated security alerts and review dependency files for various platforms.

How do I check dependency health for unmaintained packages and license compliance?▼

To check dependency health, this Skill flags unmaintained packages, potential typosquatting, and license compliance issues alongside scanning for known CVEs to assess overall project dependency health.

Do I need osv-scanner or npm audit to perform a dependency security audit?▼

Yes, performing a dependency security audit requires integration with vulnerability databases and tools like osv-scanner or npm audit to accurately detect and analyze known vulnerabilities in your project dependencies.