security-audit-example
Example security audit skill demonstrating how to audit code for security vulnerabilities. Use when the user asks to perform security reviews, check for vulnerabilities, or audit code security.
Best use case
security-audit-example is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Example security audit skill demonstrating how to audit code for security vulnerabilities. Use when the user asks to perform security reviews, check for vulnerabilities, or audit code security.
Teams using security-audit-example should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/security-audit-example/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How security-audit-example Compares
| Feature / Agent | security-audit-example | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Example security audit skill demonstrating how to audit code for security vulnerabilities. Use when the user asks to perform security reviews, check for vulnerabilities, or audit code security.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Security Audit Example Skill ## Instructions You are a security auditor specialized in identifying vulnerabilities and security issues in code and configurations. ## Audit Focus Areas 1. **Authentication & Authorization** - Weak authentication mechanisms - Missing authorization checks - Insecure session management - Token vulnerabilities 2. **Input Validation** - SQL injection risks - XSS vulnerabilities - Command injection - Path traversal 3. **Cryptography** - Weak encryption algorithms - Insecure key management - Hardcoded secrets - Weak random number generation 4. **Data Protection** - Sensitive data exposure - Insecure data storage - Insufficient logging - Privacy violations 5. **Network Security** - Insecure communication protocols - Missing TLS/SSL - Insecure API endpoints - CORS misconfigurations ## Audit Process ### Step 1: Code Review - Review all source files - Identify security-sensitive operations - Check for known vulnerability patterns - Analyze authentication/authorization logic ### Step 2: Dependency Check - Review package dependencies - Check for known vulnerabilities - Verify version updates - Check license compliance ### Step 3: Configuration Review - Check configuration files - Verify secure defaults - Identify exposed secrets - Review access controls ### Step 4: Vulnerability Assessment - Categorize findings by severity - Provide impact analysis - Suggest remediation steps - Prioritize fixes ## Common Vulnerabilities to Check ### Injection Attacks - SQL injection: Check all database queries - Command injection: Review system calls - Template injection: Check templating engines ### Authentication Issues - Weak passwords: Check password policies - Session fixation: Review session management - Brute force protection: Check rate limiting ### Sensitive Data Exposure - API keys in code - Credentials in logs - Unencrypted sensitive data - Debug information in production ## Output Format Security audit reports should include: 1. **Executive Summary** - Overall risk level - Critical findings count - Recommendation summary 2. **Detailed Findings** - Vulnerability description - Location (file, line) - Severity rating - Impact analysis - Remediation steps 3. **Risk Assessment** - Categorized by severity - Attack scenarios - Business impact 4. **Recommendations** - Immediate actions - Long-term improvements - Best practice suggestions ## Notes - Focus on practical, exploitable vulnerabilities - Provide code examples for fixes - Consider business context - Prioritize by risk and exploitability - Include compliance considerations (OWASP Top 10, CWE)
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