Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in hammer-jquery Package
Summary
MAL-2026-521: Malicious code in hammer-jquery (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The hammer-jquery package is a popular JavaScript library used for handling touch gestures in web applications. It provides a simple API for adding touch support to web applications, making it easier for developers to create responsive and interactive user interfaces. However, this package has been compromised, leading to severe security implications for any system utilizing it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the hammer-jquery package, identified as GHSA-732r-c6r2-x55r. This code can fully compromise any computer that has the package installed, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The malicious nature of this code poses a significant risk to the integrity and security of affected systems, as it may allow external entities to control the compromised machines.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall hammer-jqueryIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, it is recommended to avoid using the hammer-jquery package altogether until a secure version is released. If your application relies on this package, consider using alternative libraries for handling touch gestures, such as 'Hammer.js' or 'TouchSwipe'.
Conclusion
The hammer-jquery package has been compromised with malicious code, posing a significant security risk to any system using it. Immediate removal of the package and rotation of sensitive information is essential. Users are encouraged to explore alternative libraries and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
hammer-jquery is a JavaScript library that enables touch gesture support in web applications, allowing developers to create more interactive user experiences.
The malicious code can fully compromise your system, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information and potentially giving control to external entities.
You should immediately remove the hammer-jquery package from your system and rotate any sensitive information stored on the affected machine.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. You can check if your application is affected by visiting the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner without any signup.
Yes, consider using libraries like Hammer.js or TouchSwipe for handling touch gestures in your web applications.
