Is syncthing Safe? Docker Container Security Analysis 2026
syncthing is a Docker container by linuxserver with a Nerq Trust Score of 61/100 (Grade C). Verdict: CAUTION. Docker containers execute arbitrary code — always verify trust before pulling. 207.3M total pulls. Last analyzed April 2026.
61
Trust Score
C
Grade
207.3M
Pulls
614
Stars
About syncthing
A Syncthing container, brought to you by LinuxServer.io.
Container Security Details
Docker containers can access host resources, network, and data. This analysis evaluates the publisher's trustworthiness, image maintenance, and known security issues.
| Publisher | linuxserver |
|---|---|
| Source | Docker Hub |
| Total Pulls | 207,254,996 |
| Stars | 614 |
| Security Score | Pending/100 |
| Activity Score | Pending/100 |
| Documentation | Pending/100 |
| EU AI Act Class | Pending |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the syncthing Docker image safe?
syncthing has a Nerq Trust Score of 61/100 (Grade C). Verdict: caution. Docker containers can execute arbitrary code, so always verify trust before pulling.
Does syncthing have vulnerabilities?
Security score: pending/100. Check the full analysis above for CVE data, maintenance status, and community trust signals.
How many people use syncthing?
syncthing has 207.3M pulls on Docker Hub, indicating widespread adoption.
What are alternatives to syncthing?
See similar containers listed above, ranked by trust score and pull count.
Is syncthing maintained?
Activity score: pending/100. A higher score indicates more recent updates and active maintenance.
Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated assessments. Not endorsements. Last updated April 2026.