Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-lanternlit-fir-170 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192077: Malicious code in elf-stats-lanternlit-fir-170 (npm). Affects elf-stats-lanternlit-fir-170 versions 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-lanternlit-fir-170 package is an npm module designed for specific functionalities within JavaScript applications. It is commonly used for various tasks in web development. 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-lanternlit-fir-170 package, as reported by Amazon Inspector. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications that depend on this package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The specific technical details of the malicious code have not been disclosed, but its existence is a critical concern for developers and users of the package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-lanternlit-fir-170
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-lanternlit-fir-170 package from your project until a secure version is released. Use the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall elf-stats-lanternlit-fir-170.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-lanternlit-fir-170 package has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses significant security risks. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to safeguard their applications. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
The elf-stats-lanternlit-fir-170 package is an npm module used in JavaScript applications for various functionalities.
The malicious code was detected by Amazon Inspector, which scans packages for security vulnerabilities.
Using this package can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security threats to your application.
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.
If you cannot update the package, consider removing it from your project until a secure version is available.