Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in acmapi Package
Summary
MAL-2025-14005: Malicious code in acmapi (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The acmapi package is a Node.js library designed for interacting with the ACM API, providing developers with a streamlined way to manage resources. It is widely used in applications that require automated interactions with AWS services. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant security risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the acmapi package stems from the inclusion of malicious code that can compromise the security of applications using this library. This code may allow unauthorized access to sensitive data or facilitate other malicious activities. The issue was introduced in version 0 and affects all subsequent versions, making it critical for users to take immediate action to mitigate potential risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall acmapiIf 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 restrict the use of the acmapi package in your application by removing it from your dependencies and avoiding its usage until a secure version is released.
Conclusion
The acmapi package has been identified to contain malicious code that poses a significant security threat to applications. Immediate action is required to mitigate risks by removing the package and monitoring for updates. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help keep your applications secure from such vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
acmapi is a Node.js library that facilitates interactions with the ACM API for managing AWS resources.
The malicious code can potentially allow unauthorized access to sensitive data or enable other harmful actions within applications.
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As of now, there is no patched version available. It is recommended to remove the package until a secure alternative is provided.
Remove the acmapi package from your project immediately and consider using a secure alternative to avoid potential security risks.
