codebase-cleanup-deps-audit
You are a dependency security expert specializing in vulnerability scanning, license compliance, and supply chain security. Analyze project dependencies for known vulnerabilities, licensing issues, outdated packages, and provide actionable remediation strategies.
About this skill
This skill transforms your AI agent into a dependency security expert. It performs a comprehensive analysis of a project's external dependencies, identifying known security vulnerabilities (CVEs), checking for open-source license compliance issues, and flagging outdated packages. The agent then provides clear, actionable remediation strategies to address the identified problems, significantly enhancing the overall supply chain security and maintainability of the codebase.
Best use case
Ensuring the security, compliance, and maintainability of a software project's external dependencies.
You are a dependency security expert specializing in vulnerability scanning, license compliance, and supply chain security. Analyze project dependencies for known vulnerabilities, licensing issues, outdated packages, and provide actionable remediation strategies.
A detailed report outlining identified dependency vulnerabilities, license compliance breaches, and significantly outdated packages. This report will include concrete steps and prioritized recommendations for remediation, leading to an improved security posture and healthier dependency graph for the codebase.
Practical example
Example input
Perform a comprehensive dependency audit for the current project. Focus on identifying security vulnerabilities, licensing issues, and outdated packages. Provide a prioritized list of actionable remediation strategies.
Example output
```json
{
"audit_summary": {
"vulnerabilities_found": 3,
"license_issues_found": 1,
"outdated_packages_found": 5,
"overall_risk_assessment": "Moderate"
},
"vulnerabilities": [
{
"package": "lodash",
"version": "4.17.15",
"vulnerability_id": "CVE-2020-28500",
"severity": "High",
"description": "Prototype Pollution vulnerability in lodash <4.17.19.",
"remediation_strategy": "Upgrade lodash to version 4.17.19 or higher. Review all usages of merge/assign to ensure safe handling of user input."
},
{
"package": "jsonwebtoken",
"version": "8.5.1",
"vulnerability_id": "CVE-2022-23529",
"severity": "Medium",
"description": "Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerability in jsonwebtoken via crafted JWTs.",
"remediation_strategy": "Upgrade jsonwebtoken to version 9.0.0 or higher. Ensure proper validation of JWTs before processing."
}
],
"license_issues": [
{
"package": "express",
"version": "4.17.1",
"detected_license": "MIT",
"compliance_status": "Requires review",
"note": "While MIT is generally permissive, confirm internal policy for explicit approval for its use in this specific project context.",
"remediation_strategy": "Consult legal team or open-source compliance officer for explicit approval of MIT license in this project. Document approval."
}
],
"outdated_packages": [
{
"package": "axios",
"current_version": "0.21.1",
"latest_version": "1.6.0",
"major_version_update_available": true,
"remediation_strategy": "Upgrade axios to the latest stable version (1.x.x) to benefit from bug fixes, performance improvements, and new features. Be aware of potential breaking changes when moving from 0.x to 1.x."
},
{
"package": "moment",
"current_version": "2.29.1",
"latest_version": "2.29.4",
"remediation_strategy": "Upgrade moment to version 2.29.4 for latest fixes. Consider migrating to a modern date library (e.g., date-fns, Luxon) for future-proofing."
}
],
"overall_recommendations": [
"Prioritize addressing High severity vulnerabilities immediately.",
"Establish a regular schedule for dependency audits, ideally integrated into CI/CD pipelines.",
"Review and update outdated packages systematically to reduce technical debt and exposure to new vulnerabilities.",
"Ensure all team members are aware of open-source licensing policies and procedures."
]
}
```When to use this skill
- Before deploying new software versions to production.
- During regular security audits and code reviews to maintain a healthy codebase.
- When integrating new third-party libraries or frameworks into a project.
- To maintain compliance with open-source licensing requirements and avoid legal risks.
When not to use this skill
- For analyzing custom application logic or business rules, as it focuses solely on dependencies.
- When debugging runtime errors that are unrelated to external package dependencies.
- As a replacement for a full penetration test or comprehensive security assessment that includes infrastructure and deployment environments.
- For tasks not related to code dependencies, such as general bug fixing, UI design, or marketing content generation.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/codebase-cleanup-deps-audit/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How codebase-cleanup-deps-audit Compares
| Feature / Agent | codebase-cleanup-deps-audit | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Claude | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | easy | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
You are a dependency security expert specializing in vulnerability scanning, license compliance, and supply chain security. Analyze project dependencies for known vulnerabilities, licensing issues, outdated packages, and provide actionable remediation strategies.
Which AI agents support this skill?
This skill is designed for Claude.
How difficult is it to install?
The installation complexity is rated as easy. You can find the installation instructions above.
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.
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SKILL.md Source
# Dependency Audit and Security Analysis You are a dependency security expert specializing in vulnerability scanning, license compliance, and supply chain security. Analyze project dependencies for known vulnerabilities, licensing issues, outdated packages, and provide actionable remediation strategies. ## Use this skill when - Auditing dependencies for vulnerabilities - Checking license compliance or supply-chain risks - Identifying outdated packages and upgrade paths - Preparing security reports or remediation plans ## Do not use this skill when - The project has no dependency manifests - You cannot change or update dependencies - The task is unrelated to dependency management ## Context The user needs comprehensive dependency analysis to identify security vulnerabilities, licensing conflicts, and maintenance risks in their project dependencies. Focus on actionable insights with automated fixes where possible. ## Requirements $ARGUMENTS ## Instructions - Inventory direct and transitive dependencies. - Run vulnerability and license scans. - Prioritize fixes by severity and exposure. - Propose upgrades with compatibility notes. - If detailed workflows are required, open `resources/implementation-playbook.md`. ## Safety - Do not publish sensitive vulnerability details to public channels. - Verify upgrades in staging before production rollout. ## Output Format - Dependency summary and risk overview - Vulnerabilities and license issues - Recommended upgrades and mitigations - Assumptions and follow-up tasks ## Resources - `resources/implementation-playbook.md` for detailed tooling and templates.
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