github.com/AlistGo/alist
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v1.0.6
Go
Go
Sep 27, 2021
No Known Issues
This package has a good security score with no known vulnerabilities.
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CAUTION
Minimal utility package with unclear purpose and outdated maintenance
This package appears to be a simple slice/list utility library for Go, but its actual value proposition is unclear. The API provides basic operations like `Contains`, `Filter`, `Map`, and similar functional programming helpers for slices. While these can be useful, the implementation is generic only in the pre-generics era sense - relying heavily on interface{} and type assertions, which defeats much of Go's type safety.
The documentation is sparse, with minimal godoc comments and no comprehensive examples showing real-world usage patterns. Error handling is largely absent - operations that fail type assertions will panic rather than return errors, making it risky for production use. The lack of releases since 2021 means it predates Go 1.18 generics, which would make this type of library significantly more useful and type-safe.
For modern Go projects (1.18+), you're better off using native generics or more actively maintained libraries like samber/lo that leverage proper type parameters. The IDE experience is poor due to interface{} usage - autocomplete can't infer types, and you lose compile-time type checking.
The documentation is sparse, with minimal godoc comments and no comprehensive examples showing real-world usage patterns. Error handling is largely absent - operations that fail type assertions will panic rather than return errors, making it risky for production use. The lack of releases since 2021 means it predates Go 1.18 generics, which would make this type of library significantly more useful and type-safe.
For modern Go projects (1.18+), you're better off using native generics or more actively maintained libraries like samber/lo that leverage proper type parameters. The IDE experience is poor due to interface{} usage - autocomplete can't infer types, and you lose compile-time type checking.
Provides functional programming patterns for slice operations in one package
Straightforward function names that match common FP conventions
Relies on interface{} instead of generics, requiring manual type assertions throughout your code
No updates since 2021, predating Go 1.18 generics which fundamentally changed this use case
Minimal documentation and no practical examples for common scenarios
Operations panic on type mismatches rather than returning errors
Best for: Legacy Go projects on pre-1.18 versions that need basic slice utilities and can tolerate interface{} overhead.
Avoid if: You're using Go 1.18+ where native generics or modern generic-based utility libraries provide better type safety and DX.
AVOID
Outdated library with security concerns and abandoned maintenance
This package appears to be an early, abandoned version of the AlistGo project with its last release in September 2021. In practice, integrating this library exposes significant security risks due to lack of maintenance and CVE response. The authentication mechanisms are basic and lack modern security patterns like rate limiting or proper session management out of the box.
The input validation is minimal, requiring extensive custom sanitization when handling file paths and user-supplied data. Error messages often leak internal path structures and implementation details, which is problematic in production environments. TLS configuration requires manual hardening as defaults don't enforce modern cipher suites or minimum protocol versions.
The dependency tree includes outdated transitive dependencies with known vulnerabilities. Given the 2+ year gap since the last update, this library represents substantial supply chain risk. The project has likely moved to a different repository or been superseded, making this specific import path a dead end for security patches.
The input validation is minimal, requiring extensive custom sanitization when handling file paths and user-supplied data. Error messages often leak internal path structures and implementation details, which is problematic in production environments. TLS configuration requires manual hardening as defaults don't enforce modern cipher suites or minimum protocol versions.
The dependency tree includes outdated transitive dependencies with known vulnerabilities. Given the 2+ year gap since the last update, this library represents substantial supply chain risk. The project has likely moved to a different repository or been superseded, making this specific import path a dead end for security patches.
Basic file listing functionality works as advertised for simple use cases
Straightforward API surface for reading file metadata
Completely abandoned with no updates since 2021, leaving known CVEs unpatched
Weak authentication and authorization primitives requiring extensive custom hardening
Error handling exposes sensitive filesystem and internal implementation details
Input validation is insufficient, particularly for path traversal protection
Best for: Not recommended for any production use cases due to security and maintenance concerns.
Avoid if: You need a maintained, secure file management library or have any security compliance requirements.
CAUTION
Abandoned list utility with minimal features and no production-ready patterns
This package provides basic generic list operations but lacks the robustness needed for production systems. The last release in 2021 predates Go 1.18's official generics support, and the implementation feels experimental rather than production-tested. There are no observability hooks, no configuration options, and the API surface is extremely minimal.
From an operations perspective, this is concerning: no timeout handling, no context support for cancellation, and zero consideration for concurrent access patterns. The package is purely functional transformations with no resource management capabilities. Error handling is sparse, with operations that could fail (like out-of-bounds access) often panicking rather than returning errors gracefully.
The abandonment after 2021 is a red flag for production use. No bug fixes, no updates for modern Go patterns, and no community maintenance means you're on your own if issues arise. For simple list operations, the standard library's slices package (added in Go 1.21) is now a better choice with actual support and integration with the ecosystem.
From an operations perspective, this is concerning: no timeout handling, no context support for cancellation, and zero consideration for concurrent access patterns. The package is purely functional transformations with no resource management capabilities. Error handling is sparse, with operations that could fail (like out-of-bounds access) often panicking rather than returning errors gracefully.
The abandonment after 2021 is a red flag for production use. No bug fixes, no updates for modern Go patterns, and no community maintenance means you're on your own if issues arise. For simple list operations, the standard library's slices package (added in Go 1.21) is now a better choice with actual support and integration with the ecosystem.
Straightforward API for basic list operations like Map, Filter, Reduce
Zero external dependencies keeps the dependency tree clean
Abandoned since 2021 with no updates for modern Go generics or best practices
No context support, timeout handling, or concurrent access safety mechanisms
Missing production necessities: logging hooks, error returning semantics, graceful degradation
Standard library's slices package now provides better alternatives with active maintenance
Best for: Throwaway scripts or learning exercises where maintenance and reliability aren't concerns.
Avoid if: You need production-ready code with proper error handling, observability, or any expectation of ongoing maintenance.
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