Malicious Code Detected in @postman/pm-bin-windows-x64: Security Alert
Summary
MAL-2025-190906: Malicious code in @postman/pm-bin-windows-x64 (npm). Affects @postman/pm-bin-windows-x64 versions 1.24.4 – 1.24.5. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package @postman/pm-bin-windows-x64 is a Windows-specific binary distribution of Postman's command-line interface, designed for API testing and development. It allows developers to run Postman collections and automate API testing. However, recent findings have revealed that this package contains malicious code, posing significant security risks to users who rely on it for their development workflows.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package @postman/pm-bin-windows-x64, which has been identified to contain malicious code. This code can potentially compromise the security of systems using the package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The specific versions affected are 1.24.5 and 1.24.4, as reported by Amazon Inspector.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @postman/pm-bin-windows-x64If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can avoid using the affected versions (1.24.5 and 1.24.4) of the package until a secure version is confirmed. It is advisable to monitor the package repository for updates and announcements regarding the vulnerability.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the @postman/pm-bin-windows-x64 package highlights the importance of maintaining secure dependencies in software development. Users are urged to take immediate action by updating to a secure version and utilizing tools like Vulert for ongoing monitoring of vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The malicious code can compromise system security, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data breaches.
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It is recommended to update the package to the latest secure version as soon as possible.
Yes, Vulert can monitor and alert you in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file.
Detailed information can be found in the vulnerability report from Amazon Inspector and the package's official repository.
