Is Elf Safe?

Elf — Nerq Trust Score 61.8/100 (C+ grade). Score based on 2 independent trust signals. Last analyzed: 2026-03-21

Elf is a Rust crate with a Nerq Trust Score of 61.8/100 (C+), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Last analyzed: 2026-03-21 Security: 90/100. Popularity: 90/100. Data sourced from crates.io registry, GitHub, NVD, and RustSec advisory database. Last updated: 2026-03-21. Machine-readable data (JSON).

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Safety Guide: Elf

What is Elf?

Elf is a Rust crate — A pure-rust library for parsing ELF files.

How to Verify Safety

Run cargo audit. Review on crates.io for activity.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=elf

Key Safety Concerns for Rust crate

When evaluating any Rust crate, watch for: dependency vulnerabilities, unsafe code, maintenance status.

Measured Signals

Elf has a Nerq Trust Score of 62/100 (C+). This score is a composite of automated measurements of security, maintenance, community, and quality signals.

Key Takeaways

• Elf has a Trust Score of 62/100 (C+).
• The score is a measured composite — it is not a suitability judgment. Evaluate the individual signals against your own requirements.
• Query the current measured values via the Nerq API.

Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated measurements based on publicly available signals. They are not endorsements, verdicts, or guarantees of suitability. Always evaluate the signals against your own requirements.