Is JSON::XS safe to use?

JSON::XS has no known vulnerabilities on the latest version (4.04). DepScope rates its health at 46/100 (high risk).

What is the latest version of JSON::XS?

The latest version of JSON::XS is 4.04, released 2025-09-08.

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

No, JSON::XS is actively maintained. Latest release: 4.04 (2025-09-08).

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

JSON::XS is licensed under unknown.

cpanv4.04

JSON serialising/deserialising, done correctly and fast

License unknown1 versions1 maintainers4 deps

/ 100

Health

safe to use

JSON::[email protected] is safe to use (health: 46/100)

Health breakdown0 – 100

10/25

maintenance

0/20

popularity

25/25

security

9/15

maturity

2/15

community

Vulnerabilities

none known

Dependencies (4)

API access

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Last updated · 2025-09-08T16:00:30