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InSpec

by "Chef Software, Inc <maintainers@chef.io>"v6.8.24.1

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An open-source framework for testing and auditing your applications and infrastructure.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id ChefSoftware.Inspec --exact --version 6.8.24.1

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for InSpec

InSpec uses MSI (WiX). The silent install switches are /quiet /norestart.

One-line silent install (x64, machine scope)
msiexec.exe /i inspec-6.8.24-1-x64.msi /quiet /norestart

See the full silent install reference for InSpec →

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About

Chef InSpec is an open-source framework for testing and auditing your applications and infrastructure. It compares the actual state of your system with the desired state that you express in easy-to-read and easy-to-write Chef InSpec code. It detects violations and displays findings in the form of a report, but puts you in control of remediation.

Chef InSpec is a run-time framework and rule language used to specify compliance, security, and policy requirements. It includes a collection of resources that help you write auditing controls quickly and easily.

Installers · v6.8.24.1

ArchitectureTypeScopeInstallDownload
x64MSI
WiX
machineDirect

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

1 known CVE via NVD

  • high8.8Patched in wingetCVE-2023-42658affects before 4.56.58, 5.22.29Oct 31, 2023

    Archive command in Chef InSpec prior to 4.56.58 and 5.22.29 allow local command execution via maliciously crafted profile.

    Vendor advisory
Source: NVD, updated 3h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install InSpec on Windows?
Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id ChefSoftware.Inspec --exact --version 6.8.24.1. winget downloads the installer from "Chef Software, Inc <maintainers@chef.io>" and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.
How do I install InSpec silently for unattended deployment?
Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id ChefSoftware.Inspec --exact 6.8.24.1 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.
What are the silent install switches for InSpec?
InSpec uses MSI (WiX). Run the downloaded installer with: msiexec.exe /i inspec-6.8.24-1-x64.msi /quiet /norestart. The silent switches are /quiet /norestart.
How do I uninstall InSpec via winget?
Run: winget uninstall --id ChefSoftware.Inspec --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from InSpec's Apps & Features entry.
Is InSpec free?
InSpec is distributed under Proprietary. Refer to the publisher (https://www.chef.io/downloads) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.
Does InSpec work on Windows 10?
Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls InSpec directly from the publisher.
How do I keep InSpec up to date?
Run winget upgrade --id ChefSoftware.Inspec --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 4 versions of InSpec from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

Recent versions

  • 6.8.24.1latest
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  • 4.50.3.1
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