Is Portwatcher Safe? Trust Analysis 2026

Nerq Trust Intelligence

Is Portwatcher Safe?

Use Portwatcher with some caution. Portwatcher is a Node.js package with a Nerq Trust Score of 55.0/100 (C), based on 3 independent data dimensions. It is 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: 2026-03-24. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Is Portwatcher safe?

CAUTION — Portwatcher has a Nerq Trust Score of 55.0/100 (C). It has moderate trust signals but shows some areas of concern that warrant attention. Suitable for development use — review security and maintenance signals before production deployment.

Trust Score Breakdown

Security

90

Popularity

0

Key Findings

✓Security score: 90/100 (strong)

⚠Popularity: 0/100 — community adoption

Details

Author	bomberatox
Category	npm
Source	N/A

Safety Guide: Portwatcher

What is Portwatcher?

Portwatcher is a Node.js package — Terminal UI for monitoring and managing active ports on Linux.

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=portwatcher

Key Safety Concerns for Node.js packages

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

Trust Assessment

Portwatcher has a Nerq Trust Score of 55/100 (C) 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

Portwatcher has a Trust Score of 55/100 (C).
Review carefully before use — below trust threshold.
Always verify independently using the Nerq API.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Portwatcher safe to use?

Use with some caution. portwatcher has a Nerq Trust Score of 55.0/100 (C). Strongest signal: security (90/100). Score based on security (90/100), popularity (0/100).

What is Portwatcher's trust score?

portwatcher: 55.0/100 (C). Score based on: security (90/100), popularity (0/100). Scores update as new data becomes available. API: GET nerq.ai/v1/preflight?target=portwatcher

What are safer alternatives to Portwatcher?

In the npm category, more Node.js packages are being analyzed — check back soon. portwatcher scores 55.0/100.

Does Portwatcher have known vulnerabilities?

Nerq checks Portwatcher against NVD, OSV.dev, and registry-specific vulnerability databases. Current security score: 90/100. Run your package manager's audit command for the latest findings.

How actively maintained is Portwatcher?

Portwatcher has a trust score of 55.0/100 (C). Below Nerq Verified threshold — conduct additional review.

API: /v1/preflight Trust Badge API Docs

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