Malicious Code Detected in altaris Package - Security Alert
Summary
MAL-2025-14408: Malicious code in altaris (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
Check if this vulnerability affects your application
Upload a manifest or SBOM and we'll show whether you're affected, plus every other risky package in the same scan.
No signup required · Results in about 60 seconds
Background
The altaris package is a Node.js library commonly used in various applications for its functionalities related to data processing and manipulation. It is designed to provide developers with efficient tools for handling data streams. However, the package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant security risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the altaris package stems from the presence of malicious code that can compromise the integrity and security of applications using this library. This code may allow unauthorized access to sensitive data, facilitate data exfiltration, or enable remote code execution, leading to severe ramifications for affected systems. The issue was introduced in version 0 and affects all subsequent versions.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall altarisIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
Tip — Not sure whether your app is affected? Vulert can check the versions your app actually runs. Scan free →
Workaround
As a temporary workaround, consider removing the altaris package from your project until a secure version is released. You can uninstall it using the following command: npm uninstall altaris.
Conclusion
The altaris package has been found to contain malicious code that poses serious security risks. It is crucial for developers to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to protect their applications. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in monitoring and managing vulnerabilities effectively.
See every vulnerability recorded for altaris →
FAQ
altaris is a Node.js library used for data processing and manipulation in various applications.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data and may allow remote code execution.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in your software. Visit Vulert Scanner to check your application without any signup.
As a temporary measure, you can uninstall the altaris package from your project to mitigate risks until a secure version is available.
Utilize tools like Vulert to monitor your package-lock.json for real-time alerts on open-source vulnerabilities.
