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Dev ToolsVC-backedSeries A
San Francisco, USA · Founded 2021

Socket

Supply chain security for open source dependencies

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About Socket

Socket protects against supply chain attacks by deeply analyzing open source packages for malicious code, security vulnerabilities, and risky behaviors. It blocks malicious npm, PyPI, and other packages before they reach your codebase, with a GitHub App that reviews every pull request adding or updating dependencies.

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Company facts

Category
Dev Tools
Funding stage
Series A
Total raised
$20M
Founded
2021
Team size
10–50
HQ
San Francisco
Country
USA
Website
socket.dev

Founders of Socket

  • Feross Aboukhadijeh
  • Cole Robins

Investors backing Socket

  • Andreessen Horowitz
  • Abstract Ventures

Frequently asked questions

What does Socket do?

Socket protects against supply chain attacks by deeply analyzing open source packages for malicious code, security vulnerabilities, and risky behaviors. It blocks malicious npm, PyPI, and other packages before they reach your codebase, with a GitHub App that reviews every pull request adding or updating dependencies.

Where is Socket based?

Socket is based in San Francisco, USA.

When was Socket founded?

Socket was founded in 2021.

How much has Socket raised?

Socket has raised $20M in their Series A round.

Who founded Socket?

Socket was founded by Feross Aboukhadijeh, Cole Robins.

Who has invested in Socket?

Socket is backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Abstract Ventures.

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