Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192445: Malicious code in elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755 (npm). Affects elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755 versions 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755 package is an npm library designed for specific functionalities within JavaScript applications. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses a significant risk to applications that utilize this package. This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of application data.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755, which was flagged by Amazon Inspector for containing malicious code. This malicious code can compromise the integrity of applications, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or other malicious activities. The specific technical details of the malicious code have not been disclosed, but its presence indicates a severe security risk for users of this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755
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 package from your project by running the following command: npm uninstall elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755. This will prevent the malicious code from executing in your application until a secure alternative is implemented.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755 package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing a serious risk to applications that utilize it. Users are advised to uninstall the package immediately and seek alternative solutions. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
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FAQ
elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755 is an npm package used in JavaScript applications, but it has been compromised with malicious code.
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Immediately uninstall the package using npm uninstall elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755 and look for a secure alternative.
Currently, there is no patched version available for elf-stats-silvered-mailbag-755. It is recommended to remove the package until a secure alternative is found.
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