Malicious Code Detected in aquarius-async-prettier-gulp: Security Alert
Summary
MAL-2025-14755: Malicious code in aquarius-async-prettier-gulp (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The package aquarius-async-prettier-gulp is an npm module designed to integrate asynchronous operations with Prettier and Gulp, streamlining code formatting and task automation. However, it has been identified to contain malicious code that poses a significant security risk to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the aquarius-async-prettier-gulp package. This code can potentially compromise the integrity of applications using this package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The issue affects all versions starting from 0 and is classified as a severe security threat.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall aquarius-async-prettier-gulpIf 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. Always ensure to review the package's security history before integrating it into your project.
Conclusion
The aquarius-async-prettier-gulp package has been flagged for containing malicious code, posing a significant risk to users. It is essential to remove this package and consider alternatives to safeguard your applications. Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities is recommended.
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FAQ
It is an npm package that combines asynchronous operations with Prettier and Gulp for code formatting and task automation.
The malicious code was identified through security audits conducted by Amazon Inspector.
Using this package can lead to unauthorized access to your application, data breaches, and other security vulnerabilities.
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