Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in @fortinet/fortigate-autoscale Package
Summary
MAL-2026-453: Malicious code in @fortinet/fortigate-autoscale (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @fortinet/fortigate-autoscale package is an npm module designed to facilitate the autoscaling of Fortinet's FortiGate firewalls in cloud environments. It is commonly used by developers to automate the deployment and scaling of security appliances. However, this package has been compromised, leading to severe security risks for any system utilizing it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code embedded within the @fortinet/fortigate-autoscale package. This code can fully compromise any computer that has the package installed or running, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The malicious nature of the code has been confirmed by security researchers, indicating that systems using this package are at high risk of exploitation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @fortinet/fortigate-autoscaleIf 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 and rotating any sensitive credentials. It is advisable to monitor your systems for any unusual activity following the removal.
Conclusion
The @fortinet/fortigate-autoscale package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant security risk. Immediate action is required to remove the package and secure any compromised systems. Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities is recommended to protect against future threats.
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FAQ
Immediately uninstall the package using 'npm uninstall @fortinet/fortigate-autoscale' and rotate any sensitive credentials.
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Failure to address this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to your system, data breaches, and potential exploitation by malicious actors.
No patched version is available as the package is compromised and should be removed entirely.
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