Malicious Code Vulnerability in proleis-web-file-input Package
Summary
MAL-2026-1826: Malicious code in proleis-web-file-input (npm). Affects proleis-web-file-input versions 10.0.0 – 10.1.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The proleis-web-file-input package is an npm library designed to facilitate file input handling in web applications. It offers features such as customizable file input fields and enhanced user experience for file uploads. However, recent findings have revealed that certain versions of this package contain malicious code, posing significant security risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from malicious code embedded within specific versions of the proleis-web-file-input package. This code can potentially compromise the integrity of applications using the package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The affected versions include 10.0.0, 10.0.1, and 10.1.0, which were identified by security researchers at ReversingLabs.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall proleis-web-file-inputIf 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 proleis-web-file-input package from your project until a secure version is confirmed. Use the following command to uninstall it: npm uninstall proleis-web-file-input.
Conclusion
The proleis-web-file-input package has been identified to contain malicious code in specific versions, posing a significant risk to applications. It is crucial to update to a patched version or remove the package until a secure version is available. Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert is recommended to maintain application security.
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FAQ
The affected versions are 10.0.0, 10.0.1, and 10.1.0.
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If an immediate update is not possible, consider removing the package as a temporary measure until a secure version is available.
The vulnerability was discovered by security researchers at ReversingLabs.
Using the affected package may lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities that can compromise your application's security.
