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deps-audit

Audit npm dependencies for vulnerabilities and outdated packages.

12|1|Updated Feb 13, 2026
Search Tags:#security#npm#dependencies#audit#vulnerabilities#nodejs#outdated
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Skill: deps-audit
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Command: npx skills add https://github.com/helderberto/skills --skill deps-audit-helderberto

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps identify and mitigate security risks from dependencies by running vulnerability scans and outdated checks for npm-based projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Parallel vulnerability and outdated checks with npm audit and npm outdated
  • CVE reporting with severity levels and recommended fixes
  • Dependency health assessment including unused dependencies in code

Quick Start

Audit your project's dependencies to identify vulnerabilities and outdated packages.

Frequently Asked Questions about deps-audit

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit npm dependencies for security vulnerabilities in a Node.js project?▼

To audit npm dependencies for vulnerabilities, run npm audit and npm outdated in parallel to identify CVEs with severity levels and recommended fixes. This process reports current, latest, and outdated package statuses for your Node.js project.

What is the best way to check for outdated and unused npm packages?▼

Checking for outdated and unused npm packages involves running npm outdated alongside source code analysis. This identifies current versus latest package versions and detects dependencies that are installed but never actually imported in your codebase.

Can I use npm audit results for release gating and ongoing dependency health checks?▼

Yes, npm audit results support release gating and ongoing dependency health checks. By executing vulnerability scans and outdated checks, you can assess dependency health and block releases when critical CVEs are detected.

Does dependency auditing work with non-npm package managers like Yarn?▼

Dependency auditing via npm audit and npm outdated is specifically applicable to npm-based Node.js projects. For Yarn or other package managers, you would need alternative approaches as this process targets npm's native tooling and reporting.

Why does npm audit report vulnerabilities in dependencies that are not used in my source code?▼

npm audit reports all vulnerabilities in installed packages regardless of usage. Running unused dependency detection alongside the audit helps identify which vulnerable packages are not actually imported in your source code, allowing you to safely remove them.

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