Is File::DesktopEntry safe to use?

File::DesktopEntry has no known vulnerabilities on the latest version (0.23). DepScope rates its health at 51/100 (high risk).

What is the latest version of File::DesktopEntry?

The latest version of File::DesktopEntry is 0.23, released 2026-01-11.

Does File::DesktopEntry have known vulnerabilities?

No known vulnerabilities on the latest version of File::DesktopEntry.

Is File::DesktopEntry deprecated?

No, File::DesktopEntry is actively maintained. Latest release: 0.23 (2026-01-11).

What are alternatives to File::DesktopEntry?

DepScope has no curated alternatives for File::DesktopEntry at this time.

What license does File::DesktopEntry use?

File::DesktopEntry is licensed under perl_5.

File::DesktopEntry

cpanv0.23

Module to handle .desktop files

License perl_51 versions1 maintainers7 deps

https://codeberg.org/michielb/File-DesktopEntry

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Health

safe to use

File::[email protected] is safe to use (health: 51/100)

Health breakdown0 – 100

15/25

maintenance

0/20

popularity

25/25

security

9/15

maturity

2/15

community

Vulnerabilities

none known

Health History

Dependency Tree

License Audit

Dependencies (7)

ExtUtils::MakeMaker Carp URI::Escape File::Path File::Spec File::BaseDir Encode

API access

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Last updated · 2026-01-11T19:38:46