Malicious Code Detected in 7715-permissions-shared Package - Version 2.0.0
Summary
MAL-2025-191493: Malicious code in 7715-permissions-shared (npm). Affects 7715-permissions-shared versions 2.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 7715-permissions-shared package is an npm library designed to manage permissions in shared environments. It is utilized by developers to streamline access control in applications. However, version 2.0.0 of this package has been identified as malicious, posing significant risks to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the 7715-permissions-shared package arises from its communication with a domain linked to malicious activities and its execution of commands that can lead to harmful behavior. This can result in unauthorized access, data breaches, or the execution of arbitrary code, jeopardizing the security of applications that depend on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall 7715-permissions-sharedIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can remove the malicious package from your project by executing the following command: npm uninstall 7715-permissions-shared. This will prevent any malicious code from executing until a secure version is available.
Conclusion
The 7715-permissions-shared package version 2.0.0 has been flagged as malicious due to its harmful behavior. Users are advised to uninstall this version and monitor for updates or alternatives to ensure the security of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used for managing permissions in shared environments within applications.
Version 2.0.0 communicates with a domain associated with malicious activity and executes harmful commands.
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As a workaround, you can uninstall the malicious package to mitigate risks until a secure version is available.
Detailed information can be found on the OpenSSF Package Analysis project page, which identifies and tracks malicious packages.
