Malicious Code Detected in antd-socketio-mui-palynology Package
Summary
MAL-2025-14592: Malicious code in antd-socketio-mui-palynology (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The antd-socketio-mui-palynology package is an npm library that integrates Ant Design, Socket.IO, and Material-UI for building real-time web applications. It is designed to facilitate seamless communication between the client and server while providing a rich user interface. However, this package has been found to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the antd-socketio-mui-palynology package stems from the presence of malicious code that can compromise the security of applications using this library. This code may lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions within the affected systems. The issue originates from the package itself, which has been flagged for containing harmful scripts that could exploit users' environments.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall antd-socketio-mui-palynologyIf 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 using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Review your project's dependencies and replace antd-socketio-mui-palynology with a trusted library that meets your requirements.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the antd-socketio-mui-palynology package highlights the importance of regularly auditing dependencies in software projects. Users are advised to take immediate action to remove the affected package and consider alternatives to safeguard their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that combines Ant Design, Socket.IO, and Material-UI for building real-time web applications.
The malicious code was identified by security researchers and reported through the Amazon Inspector tool.
Using this package can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and potential exploitation of your application.
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Remove the package from your project immediately and consider using alternative libraries that do not pose security risks.
