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winget-package-manager

BenignClawScan verdict for this skill. Analyzed May 1, 2026, 8:39 AM.

Analysis

This is a coherent winget workflow, but it can install, upgrade, or uninstall Windows applications, so users should approve package changes carefully.

GuidanceBefore installing, be comfortable with an agent running winget for package management. Use exact package IDs, review search/show results, and give special attention to uninstall or elevation prompts.

Findings (2)

Artifact-based informational review of SKILL.md, metadata, install specs, static scan signals, and capability signals. ClawScan does not execute the skill or run runtime probes.

Abnormal behavior control

Checks for instructions or behavior that redirect the agent, misuse tools, execute unexpected code, cascade across systems, exploit user trust, or continue outside the intended task.

Tool Misuse and Exploitation
SeverityMediumConfidenceHighStatusNote
SKILL.md
This skill assumes the host environment already provides a way to run Windows commands.

The skill depends on a command-execution capability to run winget operations, including install, upgrade, and uninstall. This is central to the stated purpose and is constrained by safety rules, but it can still modify the local system.

User impactIf used incorrectly, the agent could install, upgrade, or remove Windows software.
RecommendationUse only for explicit package-management requests, confirm exact package IDs for risky actions, and avoid allowing broad or ambiguous install/uninstall requests.
Permission boundary

Checks whether tool use, credentials, dependencies, identity, account access, or inter-agent boundaries are broader than the stated purpose.

Identity and Privilege Abuse
SeverityLowConfidenceHighStatusNote
SKILL.md
Repeated retries may trigger repeated elevation prompts or vendor installer/uninstaller dialogs.

The artifact acknowledges that package operations may cross a local privilege boundary through elevation prompts or installer dialogs. This is expected for Windows package management and the skill instructs not to retry automatically.

User impactApproving an elevation prompt could allow a package installer or uninstaller to make system-level changes.
RecommendationOnly approve elevation prompts when the requested package and action match your intent, and stop if unexpected prompts appear.