Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-merry-cookiejar-915 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192087: Malicious code in elf-stats-merry-cookiejar-915 (npm). Affects elf-stats-merry-cookiejar-915 versions 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-merry-cookiejar-915 package is an npm package designed for managing cookie jars in applications. It provides functionalities for cookie manipulation and storage. However, this package has been identified to contain 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-merry-cookiejar-915 package. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications by allowing unauthorized access or manipulation of data. The malicious code was identified by Amazon Inspector, highlighting the importance of scrutinizing third-party packages for security threats.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-merry-cookiejar-915If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
If immediate removal or update of the package is not feasible, consider isolating the affected functionality or using alternative packages that provide similar features without the security risks.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-merry-cookiejar-915 package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing significant security risks. It is crucial to update or remove the package to safeguard your application. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor and alert for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used for managing cookie jars in applications, allowing for cookie manipulation and storage.
The malicious code was detected by Amazon Inspector, which scans packages for security vulnerabilities.
The risks include unauthorized access to application data, potential data manipulation, and overall compromise of application security.
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If you cannot update the package, consider removing it from your project or isolating the affected functionality until a fix is available.
