auditing-dependencies

Run npm audit to scan your project's dependency tree and identify CVEs by severity. The command analyzes package.json and package-lock.json, reporting vulnerabilities with risk assessments and remediation guidance for each flagged package.

npm audit fix applies non-breaking updates that resolve vulnerabilities safely. npm audit fix --force upgrades to major versions if needed, which may introduce breaking changes. Use --force only after reviewing breaking changes and testing thoroughly.

Run npm audit before adding new dependencies, during security reviews, after package.json changes, and in CI/CD pipelines to catch vulnerabilities early. Regular audits prevent insecure packages from reaching production and enforce lockfile integrity.

Yes. Configure .npmrc with settings to block installations of packages with known vulnerabilities, enforcing security policies at install time. This prevents teammates and CI systems from accidentally introducing flagged dependencies.

Add npm audit to your pipeline alongside npm-check-updates and Dependabot for automated vulnerability scanning and staged dependency updates. These tools identify issues, propose fixes, and can block builds if vulnerabilities exceed your risk threshold.