audit-deps

Audit project dependencies for vulnerabilities and outdated packages across NPM, PNPM, Yarn, Python, Go, and Rust.

Updated Mar 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mia-cx/.agents --skill audit-deps-mia-cx
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Skill: audit-deps
Source: https://github.com/mia-cx/.agents/tree/main/skills/audit-deps
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mia-cx/.agents --skill audit-deps-mia-cx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams automatically identify and remediate outdated and vulnerable dependencies in a project, reducing security risk and maintenance effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detect the project's package manager and appropriate audit commands, then run vulnerability scans and generate a prioritized report.
  • Identify and categorize vulnerabilities by severity, versions, and CVEs; surface which are direct vs transitive.
  • Propose safe update paths, and create a plan for major upgrades when needed.

Quick Start

Run an initial audit to identify vulnerabilities and outdated packages, then review results and apply safe upgrades.

Frequently Asked Questions about audit-deps

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit project dependencies for security vulnerabilities?

To audit dependencies for vulnerabilities, run an initial scan to detect the package manager and execute the appropriate audit commands. This generates a prioritized report categorizing findings by severity, CVEs, and direct versus transitive exposure.

Can I find vulnerable transitive dependencies in a lockfile?

Yes, vulnerability scans analyze the lockfile to surface both direct and transitive dependency exposure. It identifies vulnerable packages deep within the dependency tree and maps them to specific CVEs for targeted remediation.

What is the best way to safely upgrade outdated package manager dependencies?

The best way to safely upgrade outdated dependencies is to review the categorized vulnerability report and apply the proposed safe update paths. It generates an actionable upgrade plan, including steps for executing major version upgrades when necessary.

Does dependency vulnerability auditing work with Python and Go?

Yes, dependency vulnerability auditing works across common ecosystems including Python, Go, Rust, NPM, PNPM, and Yarn. It automatically detects the project's package manager to run the appropriate ecosystem-specific audit commands.

Why do I need a lockfile-aware upgrade plan for dependency vulnerabilities?

A lockfile-aware upgrade plan ensures reproducible guidance when remediating dependency vulnerabilities. It enforces lockfile-aware commands to guarantee that the proposed safe update paths and major upgrade plans do not introduce unexpected state changes.