Malicious Code Vulnerability in @angulra/cli Package
Summary
MAL-2026-17495: Malicious code in @angulra/cli (npm). Affects @angulra/cli versions 22.2.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @angulra/cli package is a character-swapped version of the legitimate @angular/cli package, which is widely used for building Angular applications. It mimics the original package's metadata, including its description, repository, and dependencies. However, this malicious package contains a preinstall script that poses significant security risks to users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the @angulra/cli package, which executes a preinstall script that fetches and runs JavaScript code from an untrusted source. This script is executed automatically during the npm install process, allowing the operator of the malicious endpoint to execute arbitrary code on the installer's machine. The lack of integrity checks and the use of an unpinned URL further exacerbate the risk, making it a severe security threat.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @angulra/cliIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can manually inspect their package.json file and remove any references to @angulra/cli. Additionally, ensure that your npm install commands do not include this malicious package.
Conclusion
The @angulra/cli package poses a significant security risk due to its malicious preinstall script that executes arbitrary code. Users are strongly advised to uninstall this package and switch to the legitimate @angular/cli to safeguard their systems.
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FAQ
The @angulra/cli package is a malicious version of the legitimate @angular/cli package, designed to execute harmful code on users' machines.
The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your system during the installation of the malicious package, potentially leading to data breaches or system compromise.
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If you have installed @angulra/cli, you should uninstall it immediately and install the legitimate @angular/cli package instead.
While npm does provide integrity checks for packages, the @angulra/cli package lacks these checks, making it particularly dangerous.
