Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192051: Malicious code in elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383 (npm). Affects elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383 versions 1.0.1 – 1.0.5. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383 package is an npm library designed for managing cookie jars in applications. It provides functionalities for storing and retrieving cookies in a structured manner. 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 elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383 package. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications by allowing unauthorized access or manipulation of data. The affected versions of the package include 1.0.1 through 1.0.5, which are all susceptible to exploitation. Users of this package should be aware of the risks associated with using compromised libraries, as they can lead to data breaches and loss of user trust.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383
If 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 remove the elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383 package from your project until a secure version is available. You can do this by running the following command: npm uninstall elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383. Consider using alternative packages that offer similar functionalities without the security risks.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-ginger-cookiejar-383 package has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses significant security risks to applications. It is crucial for developers to update or remove this package to safeguard their applications. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring dependencies for vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
It is an npm library used for managing cookie jars in applications.
The malicious code can compromise application security, allowing unauthorized access or data manipulation.
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Consider removing the package from your project as a temporary measure until a secure version is available.
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