insecure-defaults

Detect hardcoded secrets and weak defaults in production applications.

Updated Jun 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/iiammae/opero --skill insecure-defaults-iiammae
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Skill: insecure-defaults
Source: https://github.com/iiammae/opero/tree/main/.agents/skills/insecure-defaults
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iiammae/opero --skill insecure-defaults-iiammae

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python, grep, glob, bash, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The insecure-defaults Skill detects common security issues like hardcoded secrets, weak authentication, and permissive security settings in production applications.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Security Auditing: Identify fail-open vulnerabilities and secure configurations.
  • Configuration Review: Analyze deployment files, IaC templates, and Docker configurations.
  • Code Review: Examine environment variable handling and secrets management.
  • Pre-deployment Checks: Identify hardcoded credentials or weak defaults before release.

Quick Start

Use the insecure-defaults skill to scan the project for fail-open vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions about insecure-defaults

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scan for hardcoded secrets and weak defaults in production applications?

To scan for hardcoded secrets and weak defaults in production applications, use this Skill to perform pattern matching and analysis. It identifies fail-open vulnerabilities and insecure configurations in your codebase before release.

What are fail-open vulnerabilities and how does security auditing detect them?

Fail-open vulnerabilities are security flaws where access is granted by default upon system errors. Security auditing detects them by scanning configuration files and templates for permissive settings and weak authentication patterns.

Can I audit Docker configurations and IaC templates for insecure default settings?

Yes, you can audit Docker configurations and IaC templates for insecure default settings. The Skill examines deployment files to identify hardcoded credentials, weak defaults, and permissive security settings before production release.

Do I need Python to run security auditing and configuration review scripts?

Yes, you need Python installed to run the security auditing scripts used for pattern matching and analysis. The Skill also relies on bash, grep, and glob dependencies to examine environment variable handling and secrets management.

What is the best way to check for weak authentication and permissive security settings before deployment?

The best way to check for weak authentication and permissive security settings before deployment is to run pre-deployment security checks. This Skill analyzes code and configurations to identify hardcoded credentials and weak defaults.