execute-script-safely

Pre-review ephemeral Python and shell scripts before sandboxed execution.

Updated Apr 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ebal5/agent-skills --skill execute-script-safely
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: execute-script-safely
Source: https://github.com/ebal5/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/execute-script-safely
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ebal5/agent-skills --skill execute-script-safely

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Running disposable Python or shell scripts inside a sandbox without prior security validation is risky. This Skill enforces a haiku Agent pre-review to judge safety before execution, preventing unsafe actions and potential data exposure.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pre-execution security review using a configurable prompt to assess scripts.
  • Sandbox evaluation that blocks external exfiltration while allowing safe inspection of code behavior.
  • Use Case: You need to validate a temporary snippet or a sub-agent generated script before it runs in your environment.

Quick Start

Request a pre-review before executing any ephemeral script and follow the haiku Agent workflow to decide whether to execute, stop, or prompt the user.

Frequently Asked Questions about execute-script-safely

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

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How do I safely execute ephemeral Python and shell scripts without risking data exposure?

To safely execute ephemeral scripts, you should enforce a security pre-review using a haiku Agent to evaluate the code before running it. This process gates script execution by providing a clean, suspicious, or dangerous verdict to prevent unsafe actions and potential data exposure.

What is the best way to validate sub-agent generated scripts before running them in my environment?

The best way to validate sub-agent generated scripts is to run them through a haiku Agent pre-review workflow. This evaluates the temporary snippet and returns a verdict, allowing you to execute clean scripts, stop dangerous ones, or prompt the user for suspicious content.

Do I need a sandbox to run temporary investigation snippets safely?

You need a sandbox to run temporary investigation snippets because it blocks external exfiltration while allowing safe inspection of code behavior. However, you must also apply a pre-review step because the sandbox cannot guarantee safety against reading local secrets.

What are the limitations of using a sandbox for script execution security?

The limitations of using a sandbox for script execution security include an inability to guarantee safety against reading local secrets or CWD-level code poisoning. It successfully blocks external exfiltration but requires a pre-review workflow to mitigate local data exposure risks.