Malicious Code Vulnerability in animatecss-tailwind-adapter Package
Summary
MAL-2026-17665: Malicious code in animatecss-tailwind-adapter (npm). Affects animatecss-tailwind-adapter versions 2.0.6. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The animatecss-tailwind-adapter is an npm package designed to integrate Animate.css with Tailwind CSS, providing developers with a configurable and namespaced solution for animations. However, this package has been compromised, making it a vector for malicious activities targeting developers through fake job interview campaigns.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the animatecss-tailwind-adapter version 2.0.6, which was published under a fraudulent account. It includes a runtime dependency on a private npm package that is not publicly accessible, allowing it to execute malicious code when the Tailwind configuration is loaded. This code can contact an operator-controlled server and run arbitrary commands with full Node.js privileges, posing a significant security risk to any application using this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall animatecss-tailwind-adapterIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, avoid using the animatecss-tailwind-adapter package and consider using alternative animation libraries that do not have known vulnerabilities. Additionally, ensure that your project does not include any compromised npm packages by regularly auditing your dependencies.
Conclusion
The animatecss-tailwind-adapter package has been compromised, posing a serious threat to developers using it in their projects. It is essential to remove this package and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that integrates Animate.css with Tailwind CSS, allowing developers to use animations in their projects.
The vulnerability allows malicious code to execute within your application, potentially compromising sensitive data and server integrity.
Immediately uninstall the animatecss-tailwind-adapter package and review your project for any other compromised dependencies.
Yes, you can use Vulert to monitor and alert for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application without any signup.
Yes, consider using other animation libraries that are well-reviewed and have a good security track record.
