Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in haufe-axera-api-client Package
Summary
MAL-2025-190962: Malicious code in haufe-axera-api-client (npm). Affects haufe-axera-api-client versions 0.0.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The haufe-axera-api-client is an npm package designed to facilitate interactions with the Haufe Axera API, providing developers with tools to integrate various functionalities into their applications. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant security risks to any system utilizing it.
Vulnerability Detail
The haufe-axera-api-client package has been compromised, containing embedded malicious code that can fully compromise any computer where it is installed. This vulnerability originated from two sources: Amazon Inspector and GHSA Malware reports. The ramifications include unauthorized access to sensitive data, potential data breaches, and complete control of the affected systems by malicious actors. Users are advised to treat any system with this package installed as compromised.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall haufe-axera-api-clientIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
There are no effective workarounds to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability. The best course of action is to uninstall the package entirely. You can do this by running the following command: npm uninstall haufe-axera-api-client.
Conclusion
The haufe-axera-api-client package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing serious security risks to any system using it. Immediate removal of the package is essential to mitigate these risks, and users should remain vigilant for any updates or patches in the future.
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FAQ
Immediately uninstall the package and rotate any secrets or keys stored on the affected system.
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Currently, there is no patched version available. The only solution is to remove the package.
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