Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-piney-icicle-501 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192117: Malicious code in elf-stats-piney-icicle-501 (npm). Affects elf-stats-piney-icicle-501 versions 1.0.1 – 99.9.12. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-piney-icicle-501 package is an npm library designed for specific functionalities within JavaScript applications. It is used by developers to enhance their projects with additional features. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the elf-stats-piney-icicle-501 package, which has been found to harbor malicious code. This code could potentially compromise the security of applications using the package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The affected versions include 1.0.1 through 1.1.0 and 99.9.12, making it critical for users to take immediate action to mitigate risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-piney-icicle-501If 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-piney-icicle-501 package from your project until a secure version is available. You can do this by executing: npm uninstall elf-stats-piney-icicle-501.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-piney-icicle-501 package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing a significant risk to applications that utilize it. It is crucial for developers to update or remove the package to safeguard their applications from potential threats.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used in JavaScript applications, but it has been found to contain malicious code.
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You should update the package to a patched version or remove it from your project until a secure version is available.
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Using the compromised package can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security issues in your application.
