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patchdiff-scan

Analyze software dependencies and unpatched CVE vulnerabilities via version histories and patches.

1|Updated Mar 20, 2026
Search Tags:#security#vulnerability#CVE#patch#dependency#version
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npx skills add https://github.com/enderphan94/pentest-kit --skill patchdiff-scan
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Skill: patchdiff-scan
Source: https://github.com/enderphan94/pentest-kit/tree/main/skills/patchdiff-scan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/enderphan94/pentest-kit --skill patchdiff-scan

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill identifies outdated library versions and missing security patches by analyzing CVE data and version histories, helping to uncover vulnerabilities in software dependencies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dependency Vulnerability Hunting: Finds unpatched libraries by comparing current versions to known CVE patches.
  • Sibling Caller Detection: Detects code in the target's ecosystem that calls vulnerable functions without proper safeguards.
  • Use Case: Security analysts can quickly identify unpatched versions in a web application's dependencies and locate code paths that are potentially vulnerable to exploitation.

Quick Start

Use the patchdiff-scan skill to evaluate the dependencies of your project and find unpatched CVEs and callers that might be exposed.

Frequently Asked Questions about patchdiff-scan

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

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How do I detect unpatched dependencies and missing CVE fixes in my software project?▼

Detect unpatched dependencies by analyzing software dependencies against known CVE data and version histories. This comparison identifies outdated library versions and missing security patches to uncover vulnerabilities in your project.

What is dependency vulnerability hunting and how does version history analysis work?▼

Dependency vulnerability hunting finds unpatched libraries by comparing current versions to known CVE patches. It analyzes version histories to detect security gaps caused by outdated library versions in your software.

Can I find code paths that call vulnerable functions without proper safeguards?▼

Yes, sibling caller detection identifies code in the target's ecosystem that calls vulnerable functions without proper safeguards. This helps security analysts locate potentially exploitable code paths.

How do I mitigate security exposure caused by outdated library versions?▼

Mitigate security exposure by analyzing software dependencies and unpatched CVE vulnerabilities through version histories and patches. This helps security teams locate vulnerable code paths and reduce exposure through dependency analysis.

Does this CVE scanning approach work for web application dependencies?▼

Yes, this CVE scanning approach works for web application dependencies. Security analysts can quickly identify unpatched versions in a web application's dependencies and locate code paths potentially vulnerable to exploitation.

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