Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in @actbase/react-daum-postcode Package
Summary
MAL-2025-190708: Malicious code in @actbase/react-daum-postcode (npm). Affects @actbase/react-daum-postcode versions 1.0.5. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @actbase/react-daum-postcode package is an npm library designed to provide a user-friendly interface for integrating the Daum Postcode API into React applications. It allows developers to easily implement postcode search functionality. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code that compromises the security of any system where it is installed.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the @actbase/react-daum-postcode package. This code can lead to a complete compromise of any computer that has the package installed, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The malicious nature of the code is classified under CWE-506, indicating that it embeds harmful functionalities that can be exploited by attackers.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @actbase/react-daum-postcodeIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
There are no effective workarounds for this vulnerability other than removing the package entirely. It is recommended to avoid using this package until a secure alternative is found.
Conclusion
The @actbase/react-daum-postcode package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant security risk. Immediate action is required to uninstall the package and secure any sensitive information. Continuous monitoring of dependencies is essential to prevent future vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
You should uninstall the package immediately and rotate any sensitive information stored on your system.
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Failing to address this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, potential data breaches, and complete system compromise.
Currently, there is no patched version available for the @actbase/react-daum-postcode package. It is advised to remove it entirely.
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