Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in actions-workflow-tools Package
Summary
MAL-2025-14042: Malicious code in actions-workflow-tools (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The actions-workflow-tools package is a utility designed for managing GitHub Actions workflows, providing developers with tools to streamline their CI/CD processes. It is widely used in the JavaScript ecosystem for automating tasks within GitHub repositories. However, this package has been found to contain malicious code, posing significant risks to users who integrate it into their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the actions-workflow-tools package, which can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions when the package is executed. This issue affects all versions starting from 0, making it critical for users to assess their dependency on this package and 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 actions-workflow-toolsIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, consider removing the actions-workflow-tools package from your project until a secure version is released. You can do this by executing the following command: npm uninstall actions-workflow-tools.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the actions-workflow-tools package highlights the importance of maintaining secure dependencies in software projects. Users are urged to update or remove the package to safeguard their applications from potential threats.
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FAQ
It is a utility package for managing GitHub Actions workflows, helping developers automate tasks in their CI/CD pipelines.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, compromising the security of your project.
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As a temporary measure, consider uninstalling the actions-workflow-tools package until a secure version is available.
Detailed information can be found in the vulnerability report on GitHub or through security advisories related to the actions-workflow-tools package.
