Malicious Code Detected in @kyriba/data-frontend Package - Version 1.0.2
Summary
MAL-2026-164: Malicious code in @kyriba/data-frontend (npm). Affects @kyriba/data-frontend versions 1.0.2 – 1.0.3. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @kyriba/data-frontend package is an npm library designed for data management in frontend applications. It provides various functionalities to streamline data handling and improve user experience. However, version 1.0.2 of this package has been identified as malicious, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the @kyriba/data-frontend package arises from its malicious behavior, which includes communication with a domain linked to harmful activities and executing commands that can compromise system integrity. This behavior can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and potential exploitation of the affected systems.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @kyriba/data-frontendIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
If you cannot update the package immediately, consider removing the @kyriba/data-frontend package from your project until a safe version is available. You can do this by executing: npm uninstall @kyriba/data-frontend.
Conclusion
The @kyriba/data-frontend package version 1.0.2 has been identified as malicious, posing significant risks to applications. It is crucial to update to a patched version to mitigate these risks. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
The package communicates with a domain associated with malicious activities and executes harmful commands.
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As a temporary measure, you can uninstall the @kyriba/data-frontend package from your project.
Using the affected version can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and exploitation of your application.
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