Malicious Code Detected in kmf-i18n Package: Security Alert
Summary
MAL-2026-17747: Malicious code in kmf-i18n (npm). Affects kmf-i18n versions 100.100.102. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The kmf-i18n package is a library used in Node.js applications for internationalization (i18n), allowing developers to easily manage translations and locale-specific content. This package is designed to facilitate the localization of applications, making it easier for users across different regions to interact with software in their native languages. However, a recent analysis has flagged version 100.100.102 of kmf-i18n as malicious due to its communication with a domain linked to harmful activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the kmf-i18n package arises from its ability to communicate with a domain associated with malicious activities. This could potentially lead to data exfiltration, unauthorized access to sensitive information, or the introduction of further malicious code into applications that utilize this package. The identification of this vulnerability was made by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which highlighted the risks associated with using this specific version of the package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall kmf-i18nIf 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 kmf-i18n package from your project to mitigate the risk. Use the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall kmf-i18n. Consider using alternative libraries for internationalization that do not have known vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The kmf-i18n package has been identified as malicious due to its communication with a harmful domain. Users of this package should take immediate action to uninstall it and seek alternative solutions for internationalization to protect their applications from potential security threats.
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FAQ
kmf-i18n is a Node.js package used for internationalization, helping developers manage translations and locale-specific content in their applications.
The kmf-i18n package version 100.100.102 has been flagged for communicating with a domain linked to malicious activities, posing security risks.
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It is recommended to uninstall the kmf-i18n package and look for alternative libraries for internationalization that do not have known vulnerabilities.
Currently, there is no patched version of kmf-i18n available. The best course of action is to remove the package from your project.
