Is Zsh Syntax Highlighting Safe?

Zsh Syntax Highlighting — Nerq Trust Score 60.0/100 (C+ grade). Based on analysis of 2 trust dimensions, it is generally safe but has some concerns. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

Use Zsh Syntax Highlighting with some caution. Zsh Syntax Highlighting is a Homebrew formula with a Nerq Trust Score of 60.0/100 (C+), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Below the recommended threshold of 70. Security: 90/100. Popularity: 45/100. Data sourced from Homebrew formulae database and GitHub (homebrew-core). Last updated: 2026-04-07. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Is Zsh Syntax Highlighting safe?

CAUTION — Zsh Syntax Highlighting has a Nerq Trust Score of 60.0/100 (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.

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What is Zsh Syntax Highlighting's trust score?

Zsh Syntax Highlighting has a Nerq Trust Score of 60.0/100, earning a C+ grade. This score is based on 2 independently measured dimensions including security, maintenance, and community adoption.

Security
90
Popularity
45

What are the key security findings for Zsh Syntax Highlighting?

Zsh Syntax Highlighting's strongest signal is security at 90/100. No known vulnerabilities have been detected. It has not yet reached the Nerq Verified threshold of 70+.

Security score: 90/100 (strong)
Popularity: 45/100 — community adoption

What is Zsh Syntax Highlighting and who maintains it?

AuthorUnknown
CategoryHomebrew
SourceN/A

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Safety Guide: Zsh Syntax Highlighting

What is Zsh Syntax Highlighting?

Zsh Syntax Highlighting is a Homebrew formula — Fish shell like syntax highlighting for zsh.

How to Verify Safety

Homebrew formulas are community-reviewed. Check formulae.brew.sh.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=zsh-syntax-highlighting

Key Safety Concerns for Homebrew formula

When evaluating any Homebrew formula, watch for: source build integrity, dependency chain.

Trust Assessment

Zsh Syntax Highlighting has a Nerq Trust Score of 60/100 (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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zsh Syntax Highlighting Safe?
Use with some caution. zsh-syntax-highlighting with a Nerq Trust Score of 60.0/100 (C+). Strongest signal: security (90/100). Score based on Security (90/100), Popularity (45/100).
What is Zsh Syntax Highlighting's trust score?
zsh-syntax-highlighting: 60.0/100 (C+). Score based on Security (90/100), Popularity (45/100). Scores update as new data becomes available. API: GET nerq.ai/v1/preflight?target=zsh-syntax-highlighting
What are safer alternatives to Zsh Syntax Highlighting?
In the Homebrew category, more Homebrew formulas are being analyzed — check back soon. zsh-syntax-highlighting scores 60.0/100.
Is Zsh Syntax Highlighting actively maintained?
Zsh Syntax Highlighting maintenance score: N/A. Check the repository for recent commit activity and issue responsiveness.
How was Zsh Syntax Highlighting reviewed?
Nerq analyzes Zsh Syntax Highlighting using data from Homebrew formulae database and GitHub (homebrew-core). Trust score: 60.0/100 (C+).
API: /v1/preflight Trust Badge API Docs

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