How to generate an SBOM for JavaScript and Node.js applications
Blog post from Snyk
Generating an SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) for JavaScript and Node.js applications is crucial to assess and mitigate security risks associated with open source libraries and dependencies. An SBOM provides a comprehensive inventory of all software components used in a project, including direct dependencies, transitive dependencies, and their relationships. Snyk, a free developer-security platform, offers an SBOM generator that can be accessed through its API or CLI. By generating an SBOM, developers can identify outdated and vulnerable dependencies, update them quickly, and ensure compliance with government cybersecurity requirements. The generated SBOM report includes metadata, component details, license information, vulnerability data, cryptographic data, and build information, making it a valuable tool for project health and security risk management.