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Vibe Eval vs Snyk: Which Security Scanner for AI-Generated Code?

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Overview

Vibe Eval and Snyk address different aspects of AI-generated code security. Vibe Eval is purpose-built for scanning vibe-coded applications, catching AI-specific vulnerability patterns. Snyk is a mature, general-purpose security platform strongest at dependency scanning. They are complementary rather than competing tools.

Feature Comparison

FeatureVibe EvalSnyk
FocusAI-generated code patternsDependencies + general SAST
AI-specific rulesYes (core feature)No
SCABasicIndustry-leading
SASTAI-pattern focusedGeneral purpose
RLS/auth checksYesNo
Hallucinated depsDetectsNot specifically
Container scanningNoYes
MaturityNewEstablished

Security Analysis

Vibe Eval strengths: Purpose-built rules for AI-generated code patterns. Detects missing RLS policies, hallucinated dependencies, AI-specific auth bypasses, hardcoded secrets in AI-generated code, and common vibe coding anti-patterns. Understands the specific vulnerability patterns that LLMs produce.

Snyk strengths: Industry-leading dependency vulnerability database. Comprehensive SCA with exploit maturity data. Automatic fix PRs. Container and IaC scanning. Established track record with enterprise customers. Broad language and framework support.

Key difference: Vibe Eval answers ‘is my AI-generated code secure?’ Snyk answers ‘are my dependencies vulnerable?’ Both questions matter.

Verdict

Use both. Vibe Eval catches AI-specific code vulnerabilities that Snyk misses (missing RLS, AI auth patterns, hallucinated dependencies). Snyk catches dependency vulnerabilities that Vibe Eval does not focus on. For vibe-coded apps, Vibe Eval is the more immediately relevant tool; for comprehensive security, add Snyk for dependency coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need both Vibe Eval and Snyk?

For comprehensive security of vibe-coded apps, yes. Vibe Eval catches AI-generated code issues (missing auth, insecure patterns, RLS gaps). Snyk catches vulnerable dependencies. These are different attack vectors, and both are common in AI-generated applications. If you can only choose one, pick the tool that addresses your biggest risk.

Is Vibe Eval a Snyk replacement?

No. Vibe Eval focuses specifically on AI-generated code patterns and is not a general-purpose SCA tool. Snyk’s dependency database, container scanning, and IaC analysis cover areas Vibe Eval does not. They serve different purposes and work best together.

Which should I set up first?

Set up Vibe Eval first for vibe-coded projects because AI-specific code vulnerabilities (missing auth, exposed data, insecure patterns) are typically the most critical and immediately exploitable issues. Add Snyk second for dependency vulnerability coverage.

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