Use NPM Audit with Sonatype Nexus to Secure Your Javascript Workflow
Introduction
Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager and npm audit can be integrated to enhance the security of your Javascript workflow. This blog post provides instructions on how to configure your npm project within Nexus Repository Manager to use npm audit.
What is npm audit?
npm audit is a command-line tool that helps you identify and fix security vulnerabilities in your JavaScript code. It works by comparing your code to a database of known vulnerabilities and suggesting fixes. npm audit is a valuable tool for any developer who uses JavaScript. It can help you to identify and fix security vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by attackers.
How to configure npm audit with Nexus Repository Manager
To configure npm audit with Nexus Repository Manager, you will need to: 1. Install the npm audit plugin for Nexus Repository Manager. 2. Configure your npm project within Nexus Repository Manager. 3. Run npm audit.
Install the npm audit plugin for Nexus Repository Manager
The npm audit plugin for Nexus Repository Manager is available from the Sonatype Marketplace. To install the plugin, follow these steps: 1. Log in to Nexus Repository Manager. 2. Click on the "Administration" tab. 3. Click on the "Plugins" tab. 4. Click on the "Install" button. 5. Search for the "npm audit" plugin. 6. Click on the "Install" button.
Configure your npm project within Nexus Repository Manager
Once the npm audit plugin is installed, you will need to configure your npm project within Nexus Repository Manager. To do this, follow these steps: 1. Log in to Nexus Repository Manager. 2. Click on the "Repositories" tab. 3. Click on the "Create Repository" button. 4. Select the "npm" repository type. 5. Enter a name and description for the repository. 6. Click on the "Create" button.
Run npm audit
Once your npm project is configured within Nexus Repository Manager, you can run npm audit. To do this, open a terminal window and navigate to your npm project directory. Then, run the following command:
npm audit npm audit will scan your code for security vulnerabilities and suggest fixes.
Conclusion
Integrating npm audit with Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager is a simple and effective way to enhance the security of your Javascript workflow. By following the steps outlined in this blog post, you can configure npm audit to scan your code for security vulnerabilities and suggest fixes.
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