Malicious Code Detected in avgviewer Package - Security Alert
Summary
MAL-2025-15199: Malicious code in avgviewer (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The avgviewer package is an npm library designed for viewing and analyzing average data. It is commonly used in various applications for data visualization and reporting. However, recent findings have revealed that this package contains malicious code, posing significant risks to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the avgviewer package stems from the inclusion of malicious code that could compromise the security of applications utilizing this library. This code can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions within the 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 avgviewerIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, users can avoid using the avgviewer package and seek alternative libraries that provide similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the avgviewer package highlights the importance of vigilance in managing open-source dependencies. Users are urged to take immediate action to protect their applications and data.
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FAQ
avgviewer is an npm package used for viewing and analyzing average data in applications.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized access and potential data breaches in applications using this package.
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You should remove the avgviewer package from your project and look for alternative libraries until a safe version is released.
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