Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in polymarket-trade-bot-api Package
Summary
MAL-2026-1206: Malicious code in polymarket-trade-bot-api (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The polymarket-trade-bot-api is an npm package designed for interacting with the Polymarket trading platform. It allows users to automate trades and manage their trading strategies effectively. However, this package has been compromised, leading to severe security risks for any system utilizing it. The malicious code embedded within can grant unauthorized access to sensitive information and system controls.
Vulnerability Detail
This vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the polymarket-trade-bot-api package. It has been identified as a significant threat, as any computer running this package is considered fully compromised. The malicious code can expose all secrets and keys stored on the affected system, potentially allowing attackers to gain complete control. The origin of this vulnerability is linked to the package's inclusion of harmful code that violates security protocols, classified under CWE-506, which pertains to embedded malicious code.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall polymarket-trade-bot-apiIf 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 vulnerability other than removing the package entirely. Users should ensure that their systems are secure and monitor for any unauthorized access.
Conclusion
The polymarket-trade-bot-api package has been compromised with malicious code, posing a significant security threat to any system using it. Immediate action is required to remove the package and secure sensitive information. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor for such vulnerabilities in the future.
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FAQ
Immediately uninstall the package using 'npm uninstall polymarket-trade-bot-api' and rotate all sensitive keys and secrets.
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