Malicious Code Detected in borealis-supercluster-chariklo-browserify Package
Summary
MAL-2025-15994: Malicious code in borealis-supercluster-chariklo-browserify (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The borealis-supercluster-chariklo-browserify package is a JavaScript library designed for browserify, enabling the use of Node.js-style modules in the browser. It is commonly utilized in web applications for handling geospatial data visualization. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of malicious code within the borealis-supercluster-chariklo-browserify package. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications that utilize this package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions. The malicious nature of this code was confirmed through security assessments, highlighting the importance of vigilance when using third-party libraries.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall borealis-supercluster-chariklo-browserifyIf 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 an alternative package that offers similar functionality without the associated risks. Review your project's dependencies and replace borealis-supercluster-chariklo-browserify with a trusted library that provides geospatial data visualization capabilities.
Conclusion
The borealis-supercluster-chariklo-browserify package has been found to contain malicious code, posing serious security risks to applications that utilize it. Users are advised to uninstall the package and consider alternatives to safeguard their projects. Continuous monitoring for vulnerabilities is essential to maintain application security.
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FAQ
It is a JavaScript library used for browserify, allowing Node.js-style modules to be utilized in web applications, particularly for geospatial data visualization.
The malicious code was identified through security assessments conducted by experts, including Amazon Inspector, which flagged the package for containing harmful code.
Using this package can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security vulnerabilities in applications that rely on it.
You can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities by analyzing your package-lock.json file. You can also check if your application is affected by this vulnerability using the Vulert playground without any signup.
If you have already used this package, it is crucial to uninstall it immediately and replace it with a secure alternative. Regularly check for updates and security patches for your dependencies.
