Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192517: Malicious code in elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 (npm). Affects elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 versions 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 package is an npm library designed for specific functionalities within JavaScript applications. It is utilized for handling mailbag statistics in a unique manner. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to applications that incorporate it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 package. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications using this package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The specific version affected is 1.0.0, and it 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-mistletoe-mailbag-834If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily replace the functionality provided by the elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 package with alternative libraries that offer similar features without the associated risks. Ensure to audit any new packages for vulnerabilities before integration.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 package has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses a significant risk to applications utilizing it. Immediate removal of the package is advised, and users should monitor for any updates or patches that may address this vulnerability in the future.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used for handling mailbag statistics in JavaScript applications.
The package contains code that could lead to unauthorized access and potential data breaches.
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You should remove the elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 package from your project immediately to mitigate risks.
Currently, there is no patched version available for the elf-stats-mistletoe-mailbag-834 package.
