cyfrin-best-practices-runtime

Audit Solidity smart contracts for runtime vulnerabilities and cross-chain risks.

1|1|Updated Feb 18, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Apegurus/solidity-argus --skill cyfrin-best-practices-runtime
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Skill: cyfrin-best-practices-runtime
Source: https://github.com/Apegurus/solidity-argus/tree/main/skills/checklists/cyfrin-best-practices-runtime
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Apegurus/solidity-argus --skill cyfrin-best-practices-runtime

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses potential vulnerabilities and best practice violations in Solidity smart contracts, specifically focusing on runtime execution, cross-chain interactions, and timelock controls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Solidity Version Audits: Identifies known bugs and issues tied to specific Solidity compiler versions.
  • Cross-Chain Compatibility Checks: Flags potential problems arising from multi-chain deployments.
  • Runtime Heuristics: Analyzes common logical pitfalls and security anti-patterns during contract execution.
  • Use Case: A developer can use this Skill to proactively identify and fix potential reentrancy issues, incorrect handling of block.timestamp across chains, or vulnerabilities related to specific Solidity compiler versions before deploying their smart contract.

Quick Start

Run the cyfrin-best-practices-runtime skill to audit the attached contract 'MyToken.sol' for runtime and cross-chain vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions about cyfrin-best-practices-runtime

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

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How do I audit a Solidity smart contract for runtime vulnerabilities like reentrancy?

To audit Solidity smart contracts for runtime vulnerabilities, you can analyze the code against common heuristic pitfalls and security anti-patterns. This process identifies reentrancy issues, timestamp manipulation, and version-specific flaws during execution.

What are common cross-chain security risks when deploying smart contracts across multiple blockchains?

Cross-chain security risks involve potential problems arising from multi-chain deployments, such as incorrect handling of block.timestamp across different networks. Analyzing cross-chain compatibility flags these multi-chain deployment considerations and interoperability issues.

How do I check if my Solidity compiler version has known bugs or security flaws?

To check for known Solidity compiler bugs, perform a Solidity version audit. This analyzes your code against known bugs and issues tied to specific Solidity compiler versions to ensure secure contract execution.

When do I need to run a runtime and cross-chain audit on my smart contract?

You need to run a runtime and cross-chain audit before deploying your smart contract to proactively identify and fix potential execution vulnerabilities. This ensures secure contract execution and interoperability across multi-chain environments.

Can this audit detect timestamp manipulation and other logical pitfalls in Solidity?

Yes, this audit detects timestamp manipulation by analyzing common logical pitfalls and security anti-patterns during contract execution. It checks for runtime heuristics to ensure your smart contract follows best practices.

What are the limitations of using heuristic analysis for smart contract security?

Heuristic analysis for smart contract security focuses on common logical pitfalls, known compiler bugs, and cross-chain risks, but may not detect novel or complex zero-day vulnerabilities. It specifically checks for anti-patterns during contract execution.