Is Buffer String Decoder Safe?

Buffer String Decoder — Nerq Trust Score 48.2/100 (D grade). Based on analysis of 2 trust dimensions, it is has notable safety concerns. Last updated: 2026-07-27.

Exercise caution with Buffer String Decoder. Buffer String Decoder is a npm package with a Nerq Trust Score of 48.2/100 (D), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Below the recommended threshold of 70. Security: 90/100. Popularity: 0/100. Data sourced from npm registry, GitHub repository, NVD, OSV.dev, and OpenSSF Scorecard. Last updated: 2026-03-25. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Safety Guide: Buffer String Decoder

What is Buffer String Decoder?

Buffer String Decoder is a Node.js package — Transpiles fs buffer utf8 to js objects Node.js.

How to Verify Safety

Run npm audit to check for vulnerabilities. Review the package's GitHub repository for recent commits.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=buffer-string-decoder

Key Safety Concerns for Node.js package

When evaluating any Node.js package, watch for: dependency vulnerabilities, malicious packages, typosquatting.

Trust Assessment

Buffer String Decoder has a Nerq Trust Score of 48/100 (D) and has not yet reached Nerq trust threshold (70+). This score is based on automated analysis of security, maintenance, community, and quality signals.

Key Takeaways

• Buffer String Decoder has a Trust Score of 48/100 (D).
• Review carefully before use — below trust threshold.
• Always verify independently using the Nerq API.

Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated assessments based on publicly available signals. They are not endorsements or guarantees. Always conduct your own due diligence.