Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in @mikudev/ridwan-signal Package
Summary
MAL-2026-383: Malicious code in @mikudev/ridwan-signal (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @mikudev/ridwan-signal package is an npm library designed for signal handling in JavaScript applications. It is used by developers to facilitate communication between different parts of an application. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, compromising the security of any system where it is installed.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the @mikudev/ridwan-signal package. This code can lead to complete compromise of any computer that has the package installed, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The malicious nature of the code is classified under CWE-506, indicating that it contains embedded malicious code. Users are advised to treat any system running this package as fully compromised.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @mikudev/ridwan-signalIf 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. If your application relies on this package, consider finding an alternative library that provides similar functionality without the security risks.
Conclusion
The @mikudev/ridwan-signal package contains malicious code that poses a significant security risk. Users must uninstall the package immediately and take necessary precautions to secure their systems. Regular monitoring of dependencies is essential to prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future.
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FAQ
Immediately uninstall the package using npm uninstall @mikudev/ridwan-signal and rotate any sensitive information stored on the affected system.
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