Socket

Detect and block attacks in your open-source dependencies.

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Overview

Socket integrates with GitHub to scan pull requests and dependencies for security risks, including malware, typo-squatting, and hidden code. It can be configured to send webhook notifications to alert teams of critical security issues found in their software supply chain, making it a key tool for securing modern development workflows.

✨ Key Features

  • Supply Chain Security Scanning
  • Dependency Analysis
  • Malware Detection
  • Pull Request Checks
  • Webhook Notifications for Security Alerts

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Proactive detection of malware and risky code patterns, not just known vulnerabilities (CVEs)
  • Deep package analysis
  • Developer-friendly workflow

Unique Value: Goes beyond traditional vulnerability scanning to protect against active, malicious attacks hidden in open-source dependencies.

🎯 Use Cases (4)

Securing an application's open-source dependencies Preventing software supply chain attacks Receiving real-time security alerts via webhooks Auditing dependency licenses and security issues

✅ Best For

  • Automated dependency security scanning in GitHub

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • General purpose webhook management
  • Application security testing (DAST/SAST)

🏆 Alternatives

Snyk Dependabot Mend (WhiteSource)

Provides more proactive and deeper analysis than GitHub's Dependabot. Focuses specifically on supply chain attacks, complementing tools like Snyk which have a broader scope.

💻 Platforms

Web

🔌 Integrations

GitHub Slack Discord

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GDPR ✓ SSO

💰 Pricing

$19.00/mo
Free Tier Available

✓ 14-day free trial

Free tier: For public repositories only.

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