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maven-cve-research

Analyzes Maven dependency trees to map CVE-affected artifacts and versions.

Updated Feb 28, 2026
Search Tags:#vulnerability#maven#cve#security-analysis#advisories#dependency-tree#osv
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npx skills add https://github.com/sepehrrezaei/custom-agent-skills --skill maven-cve-research
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Skill: maven-cve-research
Source: https://github.com/sepehrrezaei/custom-agent-skills/tree/main/maven-cve-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sepehrrezaei/custom-agent-skills --skill maven-cve-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Research and analyze CVE vulnerabilities in Maven projects. Use this skill whenever the user mentions a CVE ID (like CVE-2021-44228), asks about a vulnerability affecting their Maven/Java project, wants to understand a security advisory, or asks "is my project affected by CVE-...". This skill looks up CVE details from authoritative sources, identifies the affected Maven artifact, and analyzes the project's dependency tree to determine exactly how the vulnerability enters the project.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Research CVEs relevant to Maven ecosystems and map affected artifacts to coordinates (groupId:artifactId).
  • Analyze Maven dependency trees to determine exposure and paths from direct and transitive dependencies.
  • Provide cross-source CVE summaries with recommended next steps for verification and remediation (without modifying code).

Quick Start

To start a CVE research query, provide the CVE ID (e.g., CVE-2021-44228) and your Maven project's dependency tree snapshot.

Frequently Asked Questions about maven-cve-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check if a CVE affects my Maven dependency tree?▼

To check if a CVE affects your Maven dependency tree, provide the CVE ID and your project's POM or dependency tree snapshot. The analysis maps affected artifact coordinates and traces exposure paths from direct and transitive dependencies.

What sources are used to research Maven CVEs and security advisories?▼

Maven CVE research uses GitHub Advisories, NVD, and OSV as authoritative sources. It cross-references these databases to identify affected artifact coordinates, vulnerable versions, and available patches for security analysis.

Can I analyze vulnerabilities in a multi-module Maven workspace?▼

Yes, you can analyze vulnerabilities in a multi-module Maven workspace. The research applies to Maven projects of any size, mapping CVE impact across both single modules and complex multi-module dependency trees during security reviews.

How do I trace a transitive dependency that introduces a vulnerability into my Java project?▼

To trace a transitive dependency vulnerability, analyze the Maven dependency tree to find the path from your direct dependencies to the affected artifact. This maps exactly how the CVE enters the project for incident investigation.

What are the limitations of researching CVEs without modifying project code?▼

Researching CVEs without modifying code limits the process to analysis and recommended next steps for verification and remediation. It identifies exposure and affected versions but does not automatically apply patches or update dependencies.

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