# Hardcoded Credentials Detection

> Detects hardcoded passwords, API keys, and tokens in source code

- Skill: `zakirkun/hardcoded-credentials-detection` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add zakirkun/hardcoded-credentials-detection`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/zakirkun/hardcoded-credentials-detection/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Integrations & APIs
- Author: zakirkun (https://skillmd.com/u/zakirkun)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/zakirkun/hardcoded-credentials-detection

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# Hardcoded Credentials Detection

## Overview
Hardcoded credentials in source code can be extracted by attackers with access to the codebase or compiled binaries.

## Remediation
Use environment variables, secrets managers, or configuration files (excluded from version control) to manage sensitive credentials.