Malicious Code Detected in realestate-ask Package - npm Vulnerability Alert
Summary
MAL-2026-944: Malicious code in realestate-ask (npm). Affects realestate-ask versions 0.0.200. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'realestate-ask' package is a JavaScript library available on npm, primarily used for real estate inquiries and related functionalities. It allows developers to integrate real estate features into their applications seamlessly. However, version 0.0.200 of this package has been flagged for malicious behavior, raising concerns about its security and integrity.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the 'realestate-ask' package arises from malicious code that executes commands associated with harmful activities. This behavior can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other forms of exploitation, posing significant risks to applications that utilize this package. The malicious nature of this package was identified by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which monitors and assesses the security of open-source packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall realestate-askIf 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 'realestate-ask' package from your project until a secure version is released. You can do this by running the following command: npm uninstall realestate-ask.
Conclusion
The 'realestate-ask' package has been identified as malicious, with significant security implications for applications using it. It is essential to update or remove the package to safeguard your application from potential threats. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor and alert for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
The 'realestate-ask' package is a JavaScript library used for integrating real estate functionalities into applications.
The vulnerability involves malicious code that executes harmful commands, potentially compromising application security.
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If an immediate update is not possible, consider removing the package as a temporary measure to mitigate risks.
Detailed information can be found in the OpenSSF Package Analysis report, which identifies and documents malicious packages.
