Introducing Python Support

Socket has expanded its GitHub App to include support for Python, a popular programming language that is increasingly vulnerable to supply chain attacks, particularly through PyPI dependencies. This enhancement allows developers and security teams to easily install the app and gain immediate protection for their Python projects, with the app offering robust support for various Python package managers such as pip, poetry, and pdm. Socket employs deep package inspection to proactively detect and prevent supply chain attacks like typosquatting, while minimizing alert fatigue by focusing on critical security issues. Additionally, Socket provides tools like the socket.dev package search for evaluating the security of PyPI packages and offers Project Health Reports for visibility into existing security issues in repositories. With this move, Socket aims to enhance open-source security across more ecosystems, continuing its commitment to safeguarding software supply chains.

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