SkillSpector · alterlab-brenda
independent scanner by NVIDIA · skill by AlterLab-IEU · how it works ↗
Dynamic getattr() with a non-literal attribute name can access arbitrary object attributes, potentially bypassing access controls.; The skill uses 'env' capability that is not listed in its permissions. This may indicate deceptive intent or missing permission declarations.; The skill uses 'file_read' capability that is not listed in its permissions. This may indicate deceptive intent or missing permission declarations.; +6 more
scanned 2026-08-23
Findings (9)
Dynamic getattr() with a non-literal attribute name can access arbitrary object attributes, potentially bypassing access controls.
scripts/brenda_client.py
The skill uses 'env' capability that is not listed in its permissions. This may indicate deceptive intent or missing permission declarations.
scripts/brenda_client.py
The skill uses 'file_read' capability that is not listed in its permissions. This may indicate deceptive intent or missing permission declarations.
scripts/brenda_client.py
The skill uses 'file_write' capability that is not listed in its permissions. This may indicate deceptive intent or missing permission declarations.
scripts/brenda_queries.py
The skill uses 'network' capability that is not listed in its permissions. This may indicate deceptive intent or missing permission declarations.
scripts/brenda_client.py
Code accesses environment variables that may contain secrets (API keys, tokens). This is a common pattern for credential theft.
scripts/brenda_client.py
This content may contain harmful instructions that could cause physical harm if followed. CRITICAL: Review carefully before use.
scripts/brenda_queries.py
Skill attempts to fill the context window with filler content, displacing legitimate instructions and safety constraints. This can degrade agent performance or bypass safety boundaries.
scripts/enzyme_pathway_builder.py
Code accesses credential files (SSH keys, AWS credentials, etc.). This could indicate credential theft attempts.
scripts/brenda_client.py
What the verdicts mean
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Overall severity LOW (risk score in the safe range)
Overall severity MEDIUM
Overall severity HIGH
Overall severity CRITICAL
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