diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index d87fe82f..708663e5 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -46,3 +46,17 @@ Check out the `data` directory: - [insecure_full.json](https://github.com/pyupio/safety-db/blob/master/data/insecure_full.json) additionally contains the CVE description and URLs, or the relevant part of the changelog. The database is licensed under [CC BY-NC-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/). This allows you to use the data in any non commercial project as long as you link back to this repo. If you need a license for a commercial project, please contact support@pyup.io. + +## 📌 About this project + +This project provides a database of known security vulnerabilities in Python packages. It is useful for developers who want to identify and avoid insecure dependencies in their applications. + +## 🚀 How it can be used + +- Check for known vulnerabilities in dependencies +- Improve application security +- Support secure software development practices + +## 🔒 Importance in Cybersecurity + +Using vulnerable libraries can expose systems to attacks. This database helps developers detect and prevent security risks early in the development process.