hotspots

Identify security hotspots in a codebase and output a prioritized report.

20|Updated Feb 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/thejefflarson/soundcheck --skill hotspots-thejefflarson
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hotspots
Source: https://github.com/thejefflarson/soundcheck/tree/main/.claude/skills/hotspots
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thejefflarson/soundcheck --skill hotspots-thejefflarson

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The skill identifies areas in a codebase where vulnerabilities are statistically most likely, helping reviewers focus on important hotspots such as authentication, authorization, data handling, and external calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Maps vulnerability-prone areas across architecture, modules, and data flows to highlight hotspots.
  • Provides a structured hotspot checklist and prioritization to streamline security assessments.
  • Use Case: In a large repository, run hotspot analysis to identify modules requiring deeper review and remediation.

Quick Start

Scan the repository to produce a prioritized hotspot report for security reviewers.

Frequently Asked Questions about hotspots

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I identify security hotspots in a large codebase for review?

Security hotspot analysis maps vulnerability-prone areas across architecture, modules, and data flows to highlight high-risk locations. It surfaces statistically likely vulnerable areas such as authentication, authorization, and data handling for focused review.

What is the best way to prioritize code for a security review?

Prioritizing code for a security review involves applying a structured hotspot checklist across the codebase. This process highlights vulnerability-prone areas and generates a prioritized report with file references to streamline remediation efforts.

How does threat modeling apply to finding attack surfaces in existing code?

Threat modeling finds attack surfaces by mapping data flows and architecture across existing modules to surface high-risk external calls and data handling areas. This generates a structured checklist to guide targeted triage and remediation.

Does hotspot analysis work for any software architecture and module size?

Hotspot analysis works across any software architecture and module size by mapping vulnerability-prone areas across diverse data flows. It scales to surface high-risk locations, making it highly effective for large repositories requiring deeper security review.

When should I use a hotspot checklist during a risk prioritization process?

Use a hotspot checklist during risk prioritization to surface high-risk areas like authentication, authorization, and external calls across a large repository. It streamlines security assessments by focusing reviewer efforts on statistically likely vulnerabilities.