Malicious Code Vulnerability in elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192736: Malicious code in elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706 (npm). Affects elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706 versions 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
Check if this vulnerability affects your application
Upload a manifest or SBOM and we'll show whether you're affected, plus every other risky package in the same scan.
No signup required · Results in about 60 seconds
Background
The elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706 package is an npm module designed for statistical analysis of ELF (Executable and Linkable Format) files. It offers functionalities that allow developers to extract and analyze metadata from ELF binaries. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant security risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706 package. This code can potentially lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or system compromise. The malicious nature of this package was identified by ReversingLabs, and it affects version 1.0.0 of the package. Users of this package are at risk of executing harmful operations without their consent, which could have severe implications for application security.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
Tip — Not sure whether your app is affected? Vulert can check the versions your app actually runs. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you can avoid using the elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706 package and instead utilize other trusted packages for ELF file analysis. Ensure that any alternative packages are thoroughly vetted for security.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706 package contains malicious code that poses a serious security threat to applications. Users are advised to uninstall the package and seek alternative solutions to mitigate risks. Regular monitoring of dependencies using tools like Vulert can help maintain application security.
See every vulnerability recorded for elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706 →
FAQ
It is an npm package used for statistical analysis of ELF files, but it has been found to contain malicious code.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application without any signup.
You should uninstall the package immediately using the command npm uninstall elf-stats-bright-pinecone-706.
Yes, consider using other trusted npm packages for ELF file analysis. Always check their security status before use.
The vulnerability was identified by ReversingLabs, a security research firm specializing in malware analysis.
