Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-glittering-marshmallow-217 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192060: Malicious code in elf-stats-glittering-marshmallow-217 (npm). Affects elf-stats-glittering-marshmallow-217 versions 1.0.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-glittering-marshmallow-217 package is an npm module designed for statistical analysis and visualization of data. It is utilized in various applications for its ability to process and present data in an engaging manner. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the elf-stats-glittering-marshmallow-217 package. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications that utilize this package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The specific version affected is 1.0.1, which has been flagged by Amazon Inspector as containing harmful elements.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-glittering-marshmallow-217If 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 affected package from your project until a secure version is released. Use the following command to uninstall the package: npm uninstall elf-stats-glittering-marshmallow-217.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-glittering-marshmallow-217 package has been flagged for containing malicious code, posing a serious threat to applications that utilize it. Users are advised to update or remove the package to mitigate risks. Tools like Vulert can assist in monitoring for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
It is an npm module used for statistical analysis and visualization of data.
The malicious code was identified by Amazon Inspector during a security assessment.
The risks include unauthorized access to sensitive data, potential data breaches, and exploitation of the application.
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Consider removing the package from your project as a temporary measure until a secure version is available.
