Malicious Code Detected in auth-jwt-csrf-kinetic Package
Summary
MAL-2025-15085: Malicious code in auth-jwt-csrf-kinetic (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The auth-jwt-csrf-kinetic package is an npm library designed to provide authentication and CSRF protection for web applications. It is commonly used in projects that require secure handling of user sessions and token management. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the auth-jwt-csrf-kinetic package. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications by allowing unauthorized access, data leakage, or manipulation of user sessions. The malicious nature of this code was discovered by Amazon Inspector, indicating that users of this package are at risk of exploitation if they do not take immediate action.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall auth-jwt-csrf-kineticIf 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 auth-jwt-csrf-kinetic package from your project and implementing alternative libraries that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. You can do this by running the following command: npm uninstall auth-jwt-csrf-kinetic.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the auth-jwt-csrf-kinetic package highlights the importance of regularly monitoring and updating dependencies in software projects. Users are urged to take immediate action to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.
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FAQ
It is an npm package designed to provide authentication and CSRF protection for web applications.
The malicious code was identified by Amazon Inspector, a security tool that scans for vulnerabilities in open-source packages.
The risks include unauthorized access, data leakage, and potential manipulation of user sessions, which can lead to severe security breaches.
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If no patched version is available, it is advisable to remove the package and look for alternative libraries that offer similar functionalities without the security risks.
