Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in generator-ng-itobuz Package
Summary
MAL-2025-191102: Malicious code in generator-ng-itobuz (npm). Affects generator-ng-itobuz versions 0.0.15. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The generator-ng-itobuz package is an npm tool designed for scaffolding Angular applications. It provides developers with a streamlined way to set up new projects with predefined configurations and templates. However, this package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing significant security risks to any system where it is installed.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of embedded malicious code within the generator-ng-itobuz package. This code can compromise the entire system, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information, including secrets and keys. The malicious nature of this code means that any computer running this package should be considered fully compromised, with potential ramifications including data theft and system manipulation.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall generator-ng-itobuzIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
Currently, there are no effective workarounds to mitigate the risks posed by this malicious package. The best course of action is to uninstall the package and secure your system.
Conclusion
The generator-ng-itobuz package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant security risk. Immediate action is required to uninstall the package and secure any sensitive information. Regular monitoring of your packages using tools like Vulert can help prevent future vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used for scaffolding Angular applications, providing templates and configurations for developers.
The malicious code can compromise your system, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information and potentially leading to data theft.
You should immediately uninstall the generator-ng-itobuz package and rotate any sensitive information stored on your system.
No, there is currently no patched version available for the generator-ng-itobuz package.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities using just your package-lock.json file. You can also check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground.
