Agent skill · security · aradotso
malware-detection-and-reporting
Identify, analyze, and report malicious software distribution repositories masquerading as legitimate security tools
Why this skill is useful
Provides a specific methodology and executable code for analyzing and reporting malicious repositories that the AI wouldn't reliably generate on its own.
What it needs
About 4k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-04. 11 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Malware Detection and Reporting Skill by ara.so — Security Skills collection. Overview This skill helps identify and report malicious repositories that disguise themselves as legitimate software (cracks, keygens, activators) but actually distribute malware, trojans, or credential stealers. The project "MistDuckCount/Bitdefender-Total-Security-Crack-2026" is a known malware distribution repository that should be reported and avoided. Warning Signs of Malicious Repositories Red Flags 1. Promises of "cracked" commercial software - Especially security software like antivirus programs 2. Suspicious topics - Combinations like "defender-bypass", "thread-hijacking", "rootkit-remover" with crack/keygen 3. No actual code - Repository lacks real implementation files or README 4. Inflated stars - Artificial engagement (e.g., "3 stars/day" pattern) 5. Malicious file types - .exe, .dll, .scr files without source code 6. License "NOASSERTION" - Avoiding legal liability 7. Recent creation with high activity - Created recently but shows suspicious engagement Detection Methodology Reporting Malicious Repositories GitHub Reporting Process Evidence Collection Safe Alternatives Legitimate Security Software Analysis Tools Repository Scanner Best Practices For Users 1. Never download cracked security software - It defeats the purpose 2. Use official sources - Download only from vendor websites 3. Report suspicious repositories - Help protect the community 4. Verify authenticity - Check developer history and code presence 5. Use legitimate free alternatives - Many exist for common tools For Repository Maintainers Reporting Channels GitHub: Use repository "Report abuse" feature Security vendors: Report to Bitdefender, Microsoft, etc. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
@skills aradotso/malware-detection-and-reporting