Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-joyous-mailbag-164 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192068: Malicious code in elf-stats-joyous-mailbag-164 (npm). Affects elf-stats-joyous-mailbag-164 versions 1.0.10 – 1.0.9. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-joyous-mailbag-164 package is an npm library designed for various functionalities within JavaScript applications. It is commonly used for managing statistics and data related to user interactions. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the elf-stats-joyous-mailbag-164 package. This code can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities within applications that depend on this package. The affected versions include 1.0.5 through 1.0.20, making it critical for users to take immediate action to mitigate potential risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-joyous-mailbag-164If 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-joyous-mailbag-164 package from your project until a secure version is released. You can do this by running the following command: npm uninstall elf-stats-joyous-mailbag-164.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-joyous-mailbag-164 package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to applications that utilize it. Immediate action is required to update or remove the package to safeguard your application from potential threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm library used for managing statistics and data in JavaScript applications.
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