expanso-secrets-scanDetect hardcoded secrets like API keys, tokens, and passwords in text or code using Expanso Edge pipelines.
Install via ClawdBot CLI:
clawdbot install aronchick/expanso-secrets-scanGrade Fair — based on market validation, documentation quality, package completeness, maintenance status, and authenticity signals.
Accesses sensitive credential files or environment variables
process.env.API_KEYSends data to undocumented external endpoint (potential exfiltration)
POST → http://localhost:8080/scanHardcoded API key or token pattern found in skill definition
sk-abc123def...Calls external URL not in known-safe list
https://skills.expanso.io/secrets-scan/pipeline-cli.yamlGenerated Mar 21, 2026
Developers can scan entire codebases for accidentally committed secrets like API keys or database passwords before deployment. This prevents security breaches by identifying hardcoded credentials in version control systems like Git, ensuring compliance with security policies.
Integrate the skill into CI/CD pipelines to automatically detect secrets during build processes. This helps teams catch vulnerabilities early, reducing the risk of exposing sensitive information in production environments and streamlining security checks.
Security analysts use this tool to audit external libraries or open-source projects for hidden secrets. It assists in assessing the safety of dependencies before integration, mitigating risks from compromised packages in software supply chains.
During security incidents, teams can scan log files or configuration documents for leaked credentials. This aids in identifying the source of breaches and containing damage by quickly locating exposed secrets in system artifacts.
Offer the skill as a cloud-based service via Expanso Cloud, charging monthly fees for automated secret scanning. Revenue comes from tiered plans based on scan volume, appealing to businesses needing scalable security solutions without infrastructure management.
Provide professional services to customize and integrate the skill into client environments, such as setting up MCP servers or CLI pipelines. Revenue is generated through project-based fees and ongoing support contracts for tailored security implementations.
Release a free version for basic secret scanning, with advanced features like real-time monitoring or detailed reports available in a paid tier. Revenue streams from upgrades and enterprise licenses, targeting individual developers and larger organizations.
💬 Integration Tip
For quick testing, use the CLI pipeline with echo commands; for production, deploy to Expanso Cloud to automate scans across multiple repositories.
Scored Apr 19, 2026
AI Analysis
The skill accesses environment variables for credentials and sends data to a localhost endpoint, which is consistent with its scanning purpose but lacks transparency about data handling. The hardcoded API key pattern in the definition is likely an example, but the combination of credential access and external URL calls warrants caution.
Audited Apr 17, 2026 · audit v1.0
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