Malicious Code Detected in @airtel-web/clickstream: Version 99.0.3 and Above
Summary
MAL-2025-192926: Malicious code in @airtel-web/clickstream (npm). Affects @airtel-web/clickstream versions 99.0.3 – 99.0.7. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @airtel-web/clickstream package is a JavaScript library used in web applications to track user interactions and gather analytics data. It is designed to help developers understand user behavior and improve application performance. However, recent analysis has revealed that certain versions of this package contain malicious code that compromises user security.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the @airtel-web/clickstream package arises from its communication with a domain linked to malicious activities. This behavior poses significant risks, including data theft, unauthorized access to user information, and potential exploitation of the affected systems. The malicious nature of the package was identified by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which flagged version 99.0.3 and subsequent versions as harmful.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @airtel-web/clickstreamIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can remove the @airtel-web/clickstream package from your project until a secure version is confirmed. Use the following command to uninstall the package: npm uninstall @airtel-web/clickstream.
Conclusion
The @airtel-web/clickstream package has been flagged for containing malicious code that poses serious security risks. Users are advised to update or remove the affected versions to protect their applications and user data. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
Versions 99.0.3 and above are identified as malicious and should be updated or removed.
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Consider removing the package from your project as a temporary workaround until a secure version is available.
The malicious code can lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, and exploitation of your application, putting user data at risk.
Detailed information can be found in the OpenSSF Package Analysis report and on the official GitHub repository.
