What does Warden CLI do for npm security?

Warden scans Node.js dependencies locally for malware, obfuscation, typosquatting, and supply chain risks — plus audits, network monitoring, and policy enforcement. All offline.

How do I install and use Warden CLI?

`npm install -g warden-cli`, then `warden scan .` to check your project. Works with npm, pnpm, yarn.

Does Warden catch typosquatting in npm packages?

Yes, it detects common typosquatting patterns alongside malicious code and credential theft attempts.

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Warden v2.0: Free CLI That Finally Spots Sneaky Malware in Your npm Deps

Node.js devs, imagine scanning your deps for credential-stealing code without phoning home to some cloud service. Warden v2.0 just dropped, and it's local, free, and brutally effective against npm's dark side.

DevTools Feed Apr 07, 2026 4 min read

Terminal screenshot of Warden CLI scanning npm dependencies for malicious code

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Warden v2.0 scans npm deps locally for malware npm audit misses, like obfuscated code and credential thieves. 𝕏
100% offline — no data leaves your machine, perfect for paranoid teams. 𝕏
Could disrupt $2B appsec market by forcing paid tools to match its free, lightweight model. 𝕏

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