Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192150: Malicious code in elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 (npm). Affects elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 versions 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 package is an npm library designed for statistical analysis of ELF (Executable and Linkable Format) files. It provides developers with tools to extract and analyze data from ELF binaries. 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 elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 package, specifically version 1.0.0, which has been flagged by Amazon Inspector for containing malicious code. This malicious code can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or the execution of harmful operations within the host application. The presence of such code undermines the integrity and security of any software relying on this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, consider replacing the elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 package with an alternative library that offers similar functionality without the associated risks. Ensure to review the alternatives for security and reliability before implementation.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 package has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses significant security risks. It is essential to uninstall this package and monitor for any updates or patches. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help keep your applications secure by providing real-time alerts for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is an npm library used for statistical analysis of ELF files, providing tools for developers to work with ELF binaries.
The specific nature of the malicious code has not been disclosed, but it poses risks such as unauthorized access and data breaches.
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Currently, there is no patched version available for the elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 package. It is recommended to uninstall the package until a safe version is released.
You should uninstall the package immediately using npm uninstall elf-stats-snuggly-rocket-941 and consider using an alternative library.
