Malicious Package in buffer-xkr

buffer-xkr Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

03/09/2020
CRITICAL
No i
Critical
9.8

GHSA-rw53-q8x7-ccx8: Malicious Package in buffer-xkr. Affects buffer-xkr versions >= 0.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

The buffer-xkr package is an npm package used in JavaScript applications. It provides functionality related to buffers, which are used for handling binary data. The package is vulnerable to a malicious code injection attack.

Vulnerability Detail

Version 2.0.2 of the buffer-xkr package contained malicious code. The code specifically targeted the Ethereum cryptocurrency and performed unauthorized transactions to wallets not controlled by the user. This could lead to financial loss and compromise the security of Ethereum funds.

How To Fix

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Conclusion

The buffer-xkr package version 2.0.2 contains malicious code that targets Ethereum wallets. It is crucial to remove the package from your environment and verify that no Ethereum funds were compromised. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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FAQ

Buffer-xkr is an npm package used for handling binary data in JavaScript applications.

Version 2.0.2 of buffer-xkr is affected by the malicious code injection vulnerability.

The vulnerability allows unauthorized transactions to be performed on Ethereum wallets, potentially leading to financial loss and compromised security.

To fix this vulnerability, remove the buffer-xkr package from your environment and ensure that no Ethereum funds were compromised.

No workaround is available for this vulnerability. Removing the package is the recommended solution.

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How To Fix

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