Malicious Code Detected in eslint-config-sdk Package - Version 101.0.1
Summary
MAL-2025-192952: Malicious code in eslint-config-sdk (npm). Affects eslint-config-sdk versions 101.0.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
eslint-config-sdk is a configuration package for ESLint, a popular JavaScript linting utility that helps developers identify and fix problems in their JavaScript code. This package is designed to provide a set of predefined rules and settings that can be easily shared across projects. However, the specific version 101.0.1 has been flagged for containing malicious code, which poses a significant risk to users who rely on it for maintaining code quality.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in eslint-config-sdk arises from its communication with a domain associated with malicious activity. This behavior can lead to unauthorized data access, potential data breaches, and compromise of the development environment. The malicious nature of the package was identified by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which flagged version 101.0.1 as harmful, indicating that users should exercise caution when using this version.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall eslint-config-sdkIf 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 eslint-config-sdk package from your project by executing 'npm uninstall eslint-config-sdk'. This will prevent any potential malicious activity while you seek an alternative solution or wait for a patched version.
Conclusion
The eslint-config-sdk package version 101.0.1 has been identified as malicious, posing significant risks to users. It is crucial to update to the latest version or remove the package to protect your development environment. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
eslint-config-sdk is a configuration package for ESLint that provides a set of rules and settings for JavaScript linting.
The malicious nature of eslint-config-sdk was identified by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which monitors packages for security vulnerabilities.
Using the affected version (101.0.1) can lead to unauthorized data access, potential data breaches, and compromise of your development environment.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. By using the Vulert playground, you can check if your application is affected by this vulnerability without needing to sign up.
If you cannot update the package immediately, consider uninstalling it as a temporary measure to mitigate risks until you can apply a fix.
