Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in @silgi/yoga Package
Summary
MAL-2025-191320: Malicious code in @silgi/yoga (npm). Affects @silgi/yoga versions 0.7.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @silgi/yoga package is an npm library designed for yoga-related functionalities, potentially offering features like layout management and styling for yoga applications. However, it has been compromised, making it a target for malicious actors. Users of this package should be aware of its vulnerabilities, especially in the context of security and data integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
This vulnerability originates from the Sha1-Hulud: The Second Coming NPM worm, which has infected the @silgi/yoga package. The malicious code embedded within this package is designed to steal tokens and credentials from users, subsequently publishing this sensitive information to GitHub. Additionally, the worm can propagate itself to other npm packages owned by the user and establish persistence through GitHub actions. There is also a risk that the worm may destroy the user's home directory, leading to significant data loss.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @silgi/yogaIf 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 remove the @silgi/yoga package from their project by executing the following command: npm uninstall @silgi/yoga. This will prevent the malicious code from executing while waiting for a secure update.
Conclusion
The @silgi/yoga package has been compromised by a malicious worm that poses significant risks to users, including data theft and potential data loss. Immediate action is required to mitigate these risks by updating or uninstalling the package. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
The malicious code is designed to steal user tokens and credentials, publishing them to GitHub and potentially destroying the user's home directory.
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If an immediate update is not possible, uninstall the @silgi/yoga package to mitigate the risk until a secure version is available.
Yes, the impacts include unauthorized access to sensitive information, potential data loss, and the risk of further propagation of the malicious code to other packages.
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