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host-hardening-review

Compare system configurations against the CIS Benchmark and identify deviations.

6|Updated May 30, 2026
Search Tags:#auditing#server security#hardening review#CIS Benchmark#config assessment
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jassics/awesome-claude-security --skill host-hardening-review
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: host-hardening-review
Source: https://github.com/jassics/awesome-claude-security/tree/main/plugins/infrastructure-security/skills/host-hardening-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jassics/awesome-claude-security --skill host-hardening-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires lynis, cis-cat, openscap, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of reviewing a host or OS (Linux or Windows) against the CIS Benchmark for hardening. It simplifies the assessment of server/VM/golden-image hardening for authorized reviews.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated CIS Benchmark Review: Quickly check a host or image against the CIS Benchmark hardening guidelines.
  • Detailed Findings Report: Generate a findings table that maps to CIS controls and identifies gaps.
  • Use Case: Use the Skill to audit the hardening of a production server before deploying a golden image to ensure security compliance.

Quick Start

Run a hardening review against the latest server configuration using /host-hardening-review:audit /path/to/config.yaml.

Frequently Asked Questions about host-hardening-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate a server hardening review against the CIS Benchmark?▼

To automate a CIS Benchmark hardening review, this Skill compares system configurations against standard guidelines, identifies deviations, and suggests remediations. It is ideal for auditing production servers and golden images.

Do I need Lynis or OpenSCAP installed to perform a config assessment?▼

Yes, you need Lynis, CIS-CAT, or OpenSCAP installed. These tools perform the initial configuration checks, and this Skill uses their outputs to map findings to CIS controls and identify gaps.

What is the best way to audit a golden image for security compliance before deployment?▼

The best way to audit a golden image for compliance is running an automated hardening review. This Skill checks the OS configuration against the CIS Benchmark and generates a detailed findings report mapping to controls.

Does this hardening review support both Linux and Windows operating systems?▼

Yes, this hardening review supports both Linux and Windows operating systems. It automates the assessment of hosts or VMs against the CIS Benchmark to ensure adherence to security standards.

How does a CIS Benchmark config assessment identify security gaps?▼

A CIS Benchmark config assessment identifies gaps by comparing current system configurations against hardening guidelines. This Skill automates that comparison, highlights deviations, and suggests remediations.

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