npq is a tool designed to audit npm packages before installation, enhancing security by checking for vulnerabilities, package age, download counts, and other criteria. It integrates seamlessly with npm and can be used with other package managers by specifying environment variables, thus ensuring a safer installation process for developers. However, it is important to note that no tool can guarantee absolute safety from malicious packages.

ssh-audit is a tool designed for auditing SSH server and client configurations, allowing users to assess security settings, recognize software and operating systems, and identify weaknesses in algorithms. It supports various features such as policy scans, key exchange analysis, and compatibility checks, and can be run on both Linux and Windows without dependencies. The tool includes built-in hardening guides and maintains compatibility with Python versions 3.9 to 3.13.