Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in @opengov/ppf-eslint-config Package
Summary
MAL-2026-2065: Malicious code in @opengov/ppf-eslint-config (npm). Affects @opengov/ppf-eslint-config versions 0.1.11. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @opengov/ppf-eslint-config package is a configuration tool for ESLint, designed to help developers maintain code quality and consistency in JavaScript projects. It provides a set of predefined rules and settings that can be easily integrated into projects. However, this package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing a significant risk to any system that has it installed.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the @opengov/ppf-eslint-config package. This code can compromise any computer that has the package installed, potentially 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 embeds harmful functionalities that can lead to severe security breaches.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @opengov/ppf-eslint-configIf 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 ensuring that your system is secure. It is advisable to monitor your system for any signs of compromise.
Conclusion
The @opengov/ppf-eslint-config package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a serious threat to system security. Immediate action is required to remove the package and secure any sensitive information. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring for such vulnerabilities in the future.
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FAQ
You should uninstall the package immediately and rotate any sensitive information stored on the affected system.
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Keeping this package installed can lead to unauthorized access to your system, data breaches, and potential loss of sensitive information.
No, there is currently no patched version available for this package. The best course of action is to remove it entirely.
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