Is Instrumentation Kafkajs Safe?

Instrumentation Kafkajs — Nerq Trust Score 66.5/100 (B- grade). Based on analysis of 2 trust dimensions, it is generally safe but has some concerns. Last updated: 2026-06-20.

Use Instrumentation Kafkajs with some caution. Instrumentation Kafkajs is a npm package with a Nerq Trust Score of 66.5/100 (B-), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Below the recommended threshold of 70. Security: 90/100. Popularity: 0/100. Data sourced from npm registry, GitHub repository, NVD, OSV.dev, and OpenSSF Scorecard. Last updated: 2026-03-20. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Safety Guide: Instrumentation Kafkajs

What is Instrumentation Kafkajs?

Instrumentation Kafkajs is a Node.js package — OpenTelemetry instrumentation for `kafkajs` messaging client for Apache Kafka.

How to Verify Safety

Run npm audit to check for vulnerabilities. Review the package's GitHub repository for recent commits.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=@opentelemetry/instrumentation-kafkajs

Key Safety Concerns for Node.js package

When evaluating any Node.js package, watch for: dependency vulnerabilities, malicious packages, typosquatting.

Trust Assessment

Instrumentation Kafkajs has a Nerq Trust Score of 66/100 (B-) and has not yet reached Nerq trust threshold (70+). This score is based on automated analysis of security, maintenance, community, and quality signals.

Key Takeaways

• Instrumentation Kafkajs has a Trust Score of 66/100 (B-).
• Review carefully before use — below trust threshold.
• Always verify independently using the Nerq API.

Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated assessments based on publicly available signals. They are not endorsements or guarantees. Always conduct your own due diligence.