Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192050: Malicious code in elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 (npm). Affects elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 versions 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 package is an npm library designed for statistical analysis of ELF (Executable and Linkable Format) files. It provides developers with tools to extract and analyze data from ELF binaries. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 package, as reported by Amazon Inspector. This malicious code can potentially compromise the integrity of applications that depend on this package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions. The specific technical details of the malicious behavior have not been disclosed, but the implications can be severe, affecting both the security and functionality of the affected applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-ginger-bell-819If 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 avoid using the elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 package in your application until a secure version is released. Consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 package has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses significant risks to applications that utilize it. It is essential to remove this package and monitor for any updates or alternatives to ensure the security of your application.
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FAQ
elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 is an npm package used for statistical analysis of ELF files, but it has been found to contain malicious code.
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If you have installed the elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 package, it is crucial to remove it immediately and check for any updates or alternative packages.
As of now, there is no patched version available for the elf-stats-ginger-bell-819 package. Monitor the package repository for future updates.
Using a package with malicious code can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and potential harm to your application's functionality and security.
