Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in @voiceflow/google-types Package
Summary
MAL-2025-191352: Malicious code in @voiceflow/google-types (npm). Affects @voiceflow/google-types versions 2.21.12 – 2.21.13. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The @voiceflow/google-types package is a library used in Node.js applications to facilitate interactions with Google services. It provides developers with types and interfaces that streamline the integration process. However, this package has been compromised, making it susceptible to a severe security threat that can affect users' credentials and data integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from a malicious payload introduced by the Sha1-Hulud: The Second Coming NPM worm. This worm is designed to steal tokens and credentials from users and publish them to GitHub. Additionally, it can propagate itself to other NPM packages owned by the user and establish persistence through GitHub actions. The malicious code poses a significant risk as it may also lead to the destruction of the user's home directory, resulting in data loss and compromised security.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall @voiceflow/google-typesIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, consider removing the @voiceflow/google-types package from your project until a secure version is confirmed. You can do this by executing the command: 'npm uninstall @voiceflow/google-types'. Additionally, monitor your project for any unauthorized changes or suspicious activity.
Conclusion
The @voiceflow/google-types package has been compromised by a malicious worm that poses significant security risks. It is crucial for developers using this package to update to the latest version and monitor their applications for any signs of compromise. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in maintaining the security of your software.
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FAQ
The malicious code is designed to steal user tokens and credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information.
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If you suspect that your application has been compromised, immediately revoke any exposed tokens and credentials, and update the affected package to the latest version.
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Failure to address this vulnerability may result in unauthorized access to your application, data loss, and potential damage to your reputation.
