dependency-vetting

Assess third-party dependencies across five phases and issue a risk verdict.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cameronsjo/dev-toolkit --skill dependency-vetting-cameronsjo
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Skill: dependency-vetting
Source: https://github.com/cameronsjo/dev-toolkit/tree/main/skills/dependency-vetting
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cameronsjo/dev-toolkit --skill dependency-vetting-cameronsjo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Evaluate third-party dependencies for trust and security before adoption.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Five-phase assessment: author identity, dependency tree, source audit, build pipeline, and risk scoring.
  • Guidance for evidence gathering using standard tools like GitHub CLI and web search.
  • Risk scoring and practical mitigations to adopt or avoid dependencies.

Quick Start

Run the five-phase vetting workflow on a new dependency before integrating it into your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about dependency-vetting

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I assess open-source dependencies for security risks before adoption?

Assess open-source dependencies for security risks by running a five-phase vetting process: author identity, dependency tree, source audit, build pipeline, and risk scoring. This structured evidence collection yields a final risk verdict to guide adoption decisions.

What is supply-chain dependency vetting and when do I need it?

Supply-chain dependency vetting is the process of evaluating third-party dependencies for trust and security before integrating them. You need it when adopting new open-source packages to identify risk factors and gather required evidence using standard tools like GitHub CLI.

How do I audit a dependency tree and build pipeline for vulnerabilities?

Audit a dependency tree and build pipeline by enforcing a structured assessment process that examines transitive dependencies and build configurations. This dependency vetting identifies hidden risk factors and collects evidence to produce a comprehensive risk score.

Can I use this dependency vetting process to check author identity and source code trust?

Yes, you can check author identity and source code trust using this dependency vetting process. It explicitly evaluates author identity and conducts a source audit as the first and third phases of its five-phase assessment workflow to establish trust before adoption.

What is the best way to score third-party dependency risk in a software project?

The best way to score third-party dependency risk is through a structured five-phase vetting workflow that concludes with risk scoring. It aggregates evidence from author, dependency, source, and build pipeline audits to output a final risk verdict with practical mitigations.