Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in @asyncapi/server-api Package
Summary
MAL-2025-190801: Malicious code in @asyncapi/server-api (npm). Affects @asyncapi/server-api versions 0.16.24 – 0.16.25. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @asyncapi/server-api package is a Node.js library that facilitates the development of server-side applications using AsyncAPI specifications. It is designed to streamline the creation of APIs by providing tools for generating server code and documentation. However, this package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing significant risks to systems that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the presence of embedded malicious code within the @asyncapi/server-api package. This code can compromise any computer that has the package installed or running, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information, including secrets and keys. The malicious nature of the code has been confirmed by security researchers, and it is classified under CWE-506, indicating that the product contains code that appears to be malicious in nature.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @asyncapi/server-apiIf 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 monitor your system for any signs of compromise and take necessary actions to secure your environment.
Conclusion
The @asyncapi/server-api package has been found to contain malicious code that poses serious security risks. Immediate action is required to uninstall the package and secure any sensitive information. Continuous monitoring and using tools like Vulert can help in identifying and mitigating such vulnerabilities in the future.
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FAQ
You should immediately uninstall the package and rotate any sensitive information stored on the affected system.
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Failing to address this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, system compromise, and potential exploitation by malicious actors.
No, there is currently no patched version available. The only solution is to remove the package entirely.
After removing the package, ensure that all secrets and keys are rotated and monitor your system for any unusual activity.
