security-gate

Review code changes for security vulnerabilities before merge or deployment.

274|18|Updated Dec 23, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/DanielPodolsky/ownyourcode --skill security-gate
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: security-gate
Source: https://github.com/DanielPodolsky/ownyourcode/tree/main/.claude/skills/gates/security
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DanielPodolsky/ownyourcode --skill security-gate

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This gate catches common security vulnerabilities before they reach production, guiding teams to validate input handling, access controls, and secrets management during code reviews.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Security Review: A repeatable checklist and question set to assess code changes.
  • Input, Data, and Secrets Coverage: Focuses on input validation, access controls, and secrets exposure.
  • Documentation & Remediation Guidance: Provides clear recommendations and next steps to address issues.

Quick Start

Use this gate during your pull request reviews or CI checks to surface security concerns and guide fixes.

Frequently Asked Questions about security-gate

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

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How do I perform an OWASP security review before merging code changes?

To perform an OWASP security review before merging, apply a structured checklist during pull request reviews to assess input handling, data access, and secrets exposure. This process surfaces common vulnerabilities and guides remediation before deployment.

What is a pre-merge security gate and how does it work in a CI pipeline?

A pre-merge security gate is a proactive review step in CI pipelines that uses a fixed questionnaire and checklist to validate code changes. It assesses access controls and secrets management to catch common vulnerabilities before they reach production.

Can I use this security review checklist for pull requests and CI pipelines?

Yes, you can use this security review checklist across both pull requests and CI pipelines. It codifies a structured questionnaire to assess input validation, access controls, and secrets exposure, providing clear recommendations and next steps for remediation.

What's the best way to check for secrets exposure and input validation issues during code review?

The best way to check for secrets exposure and input validation issues is to apply a structured security review checklist during code reviews. This approach systematically assesses input handling, data access, and secrets management to surface and document vulnerabilities.

Does this pre-merge security gate provide remediation guidance for common vulnerabilities?

Yes, the pre-merge security gate provides documentation and remediation guidance for common vulnerabilities. It uses a structured questionnaire to surface issues related to input handling and secrets exposure, offering clear recommendations and next steps to address them.