Malicious Code Detected in wfui-dsm-react-ui: Version 99.99.1
Summary
MAL-2025-191669: Malicious code in wfui-dsm-react-ui (npm). Affects wfui-dsm-react-ui versions 99.99.1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
wfui-dsm-react-ui is an npm package designed for building user interfaces in React applications. It provides various components and utilities to streamline the development process. However, version 99.99.1 of this package has been flagged for containing malicious code that compromises the security of applications using it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in wfui-dsm-react-ui arises from its communication with a domain known for malicious activities and the execution of commands that can lead to harmful behaviors. This can result in unauthorized access to sensitive data, data corruption, or even complete system compromise. The package was identified as malicious by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which monitors and evaluates the safety of open-source packages.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall wfui-dsm-react-uiIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Evaluate other UI component libraries that are well-maintained and have a good security track record.
Conclusion
The wfui-dsm-react-ui package version 99.99.1 has been identified as malicious, posing significant security risks to applications. Users are advised to uninstall this package and seek safer alternatives to protect their projects.
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FAQ
wfui-dsm-react-ui is an npm package used for building user interfaces in React applications, offering various components and utilities.
The malicious behavior was identified by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which flagged the package for communicating with a known malicious domain and executing harmful commands.
Using this package can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, data corruption, or complete system compromise due to its malicious code.
You can use Vulert, which monitors open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. By analyzing your package-lock.json file, it can alert you to any vulnerabilities, including this one. You can check your application using the Vulert playground at Vulert Scanner.
If you are using wfui-dsm-react-ui version 99.99.1, it is recommended to uninstall the package immediately and consider using alternative libraries.
