needs-security

Scan dependencies, code patterns, and configurations to remediate security vulnerabilities.

Updated Feb 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/provenimpact/proven-needs --skill needs-security
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Skill: needs-security
Source: https://github.com/provenimpact/proven-needs/tree/main/skills/needs-security
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/provenimpact/proven-needs --skill needs-security

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Assess and remediate the project's security posture across dependencies, code patterns, and configuration issues to reduce risk and ensure compliance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency vulnerability scanning and prioritization
  • Code pattern analysis to detect hardcoded secrets, injection risks, and insecure defaults
  • Configuration hardening recommendations and automated remediations
  • Constraint awareness and verification after changes
  • End-to-end remediation workflow including delegation to needs-dependencies

Quick Start

Observe the project security posture, identify critical findings, and apply prioritized remediations.

Frequently Asked Questions about needs-security

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

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How do I automate security posture remediation for my project?

Security posture remediation is automated by scanning dependencies, code patterns, and configurations to identify vulnerabilities, hardcoded secrets, and insecure defaults, then applying prioritized fixes with post-change verification.

How does dependency vulnerability scanning prioritize remediation tasks?

Dependency vulnerability scanning prioritizes remediation by observing the project security posture, evaluating constraint violations, and executing fixes for critical findings. It delegates dependency remediation when needed and verifies after changes.

Can I detect hardcoded secrets and insecure configurations automatically?

Yes, hardcoded secrets and insecure configurations are detected automatically through code pattern analysis. The tool evaluates these findings against constraints and applies prioritized remediations to harden the project.

What's the best way to scan code patterns for injection risks and insecure defaults?

The best way to scan code patterns for injection risks and insecure defaults is using an end-to-end remediation workflow that observes findings, evaluates constraint violations, and executes prioritized fixes with verification after changes.

Does this security verification process work at the project level?

Yes, security verification and remediation applies at the project level. It assesses dependencies, code patterns, and configuration issues across the entire project to reduce risk and ensure compliance.

Why do I need configuration hardening recommendations after vulnerability scanning?

Configuration hardening recommendations are needed after vulnerability scanning to remediate insecure defaults and constraint violations. The workflow evaluates findings and executes prioritized remediations with verification after changes.