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golang-security

Analyze Go code for vulnerabilities using govulncheck and golangci-lint.

23|1|Updated May 10, 2026
Search Tags:#code review#best practices#security#golang#vulnerability analysis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/berksunduri/GOPost --skill golang-security-berksunduri
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: golang-security
Source: https://github.com/berksunduri/GOPost/tree/main/.agents/skills/golang-security
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/berksunduri/GOPost --skill golang-security-berksunduri

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires govulncheck, golangci-lint, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the security vulnerabilities and best practices for writing secure Go code, providing guidelines and tools to prevent common security issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Security Best Practices: Detailed guidelines for writing secure Go code.
  • Vulnerability Analysis: Utilizes tools like govulncheck for identifying known vulnerabilities.
  • Code Review: Provides checklists and guidelines for code reviews focusing on security.
  • Use Case: A Go developer can use this Skill to audit a codebase for security vulnerabilities or write secure code from the ground up.

Quick Start

Use the golang-security skill to run a full codebase security scan on your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about golang-security

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scan my Go codebase for known security vulnerabilities?▼

You can scan your Go codebase for vulnerabilities by running govulncheck, which identifies known security issues in your project dependencies and code. This Skill automates that vulnerability analysis process.

What are the best practices for writing secure Go code?▼

Secure Go code best practices include following detailed security guidelines and using code review checklists. This Skill provides comprehensive guidelines to prevent common security issues during development.

Do I need to install govulncheck and golangci-lint before using this?▼

Yes, you need to install govulncheck for vulnerability scanning and golangci-lint for linting. These external dependencies are required to execute the security analysis and code review functions.

Can I use this for a full codebase security audit on an existing Go project?▼

Yes, you can use this Skill to perform a full codebase security audit on an existing Go project. It is designed for Go developers to audit codebases for security vulnerabilities or write secure code from scratch.

How does golangci-lint integrate with Go security code reviews?▼

Golangci-lint integrates with Go security code reviews by automating the linting process to catch security issues. The Skill leverages it alongside checklists to focus reviews specifically on security vulnerabilities.

What is the best way to check Go code for security issues during development?▼

The best way to check Go code for security issues is combining vulnerability analysis with security-focused code reviews. This Skill utilizes govulncheck and golangci-lint to identify vulnerabilities and enforce best practices.

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