Is JSON::PP safe to use?

JSON::PP has no known vulnerabilities on the latest version (4.18). DepScope rates its health at 56/100 (high risk).

What is the latest version of JSON::PP?

The latest version of JSON::PP is 4.18, released 2026-03-20.

No known vulnerabilities on the latest version of JSON::PP.

No, JSON::PP is actively maintained. Latest release: 4.18 (2026-03-20).

DepScope has no curated alternatives for JSON::PP at this time.

JSON::PP is licensed under perl_5.

cpanv4.18

JSON::XS compatible pure-Perl module.

License perl_51 versions1 maintainers3 deps

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Health

use with caution

Package name resembles 'JSON::XS' (possible typosquat). Verify the name is what you intend before installing.

Health breakdown0 – 100

20/25

maintenance

0/20

popularity

25/25

security

9/15

maturity

2/15

community

Vulnerabilities

none known

⚠ Possible typosquat

Name is close to a popular package. Targets:

JSON::XS (adjacent_swap_or_double dist 2)

Dependencies (3)

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Last updated · 2026-03-20T08:18:52