Malicious Code Detected in angular-promql Package - Security Alert
Summary
MAL-2025-191505: Malicious code in angular-promql (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The angular-promql package is a JavaScript library used for querying Prometheus metrics in Angular applications. It provides developers with the ability to integrate Prometheus data into their Angular projects seamlessly. However, recent findings have revealed that this package contains malicious code, posing significant security risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the angular-promql package. This code can potentially compromise the integrity of applications that depend on it, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The specific technical details of the malicious code have not been disclosed, but its presence indicates a severe threat to users of the package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall angular-promqlIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, consider removing the angular-promql package from your project until a secure version is released. You can do this by executing the following command: npm uninstall angular-promql. This will prevent any potential exploitation of the malicious code while you await a fix.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the angular-promql package highlights the importance of maintaining vigilance in software dependencies. Users are urged to update or remove the package to safeguard their applications from potential threats. Utilizing tools like Vulert can further enhance security by providing real-time alerts for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The angular-promql package is used for querying Prometheus metrics in Angular applications, allowing developers to integrate monitoring data into their projects.
You can use Vulert to monitor and alert for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. By analyzing your package-lock.json file, Vulert can help identify if your application is affected by this vulnerability.
If you cannot update the package right away, it is advisable to remove the angular-promql package from your project to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
Detailed information about this vulnerability can be found in the security advisories related to the angular-promql package on its official repository or through security monitoring tools like Vulert.
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