Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in bun-plugin-httpfile Package
Summary
MAL-2025-191079: Malicious code in bun-plugin-httpfile (npm). Affects bun-plugin-httpfile versions 0.1.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The bun-plugin-httpfile package is an npm module designed to facilitate HTTP file handling within applications built on the Bun runtime. It provides developers with tools to manage file downloads and uploads seamlessly. However, this package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing significant security risks to any system where it is installed.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of embedded malicious code within the bun-plugin-httpfile package. This code can compromise the security of any computer that has the package installed, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to a malicious actor who has inserted harmful code into the package, making it a severe threat to users and their systems.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall bun-plugin-httpfileIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
There are no effective workarounds for this vulnerability other than removing the package and securing your system. Ensure that all sensitive data is rotated and that the system is scanned for any remaining malicious software.
Conclusion
The bun-plugin-httpfile package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing a severe security risk to systems where it is installed. Immediate action is required to remove the package and secure any sensitive information. Users are encouraged to utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their applications.
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FAQ
You should remove the bun-plugin-httpfile package immediately and rotate any secrets or keys stored on the affected computer.
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Failing to address this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, potential data breaches, and complete compromise of the affected system.
While removing the package is essential, it is also crucial to rotate all secrets and keys and to conduct a thorough security audit of the affected system.
If a patched version is released, updating the package may help. However, due to the nature of the compromise, it is recommended to remove the package entirely.
