Malicious Code Detected in elf-stats-wintry-cocoa-831 Package
Summary
MAL-2025-192243: Malicious code in elf-stats-wintry-cocoa-831 (npm). Affects elf-stats-wintry-cocoa-831 versions 1.0.2. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The elf-stats-wintry-cocoa-831 package is an npm library designed for statistical analysis and reporting in Cocoa applications. It is commonly used by developers to integrate statistical functionalities into their projects. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the package elf-stats-wintry-cocoa-831, 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 specific version affected is 1.0.2, and it is critical for users to be aware of the potential ramifications of using this compromised package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall elf-stats-wintry-cocoa-831If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
If immediate updating is not feasible, consider removing the package from your project and replacing it with an alternative library that provides similar functionality without the associated risks. Additionally, you can monitor your project for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert, which can alert you to any open-source vulnerabilities in real-time.
Conclusion
The elf-stats-wintry-cocoa-831 package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it. Users are urged to update the package to a secure version or consider alternatives to mitigate potential threats.
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FAQ
elf-stats-wintry-cocoa-831 is an npm package used for statistical analysis in Cocoa applications.
The malicious code was detected by Amazon Inspector, which flagged the package for containing harmful content.
Using this package can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and execution of harmful operations within your application.
You can use Vulert's playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without needing to sign up.
If you cannot update the package, consider removing it and using a safer alternative, and monitor your project for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert.
