Malicious Package in bugfer-xor: Ethereum Funds Compromised

bugfer-xor Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

03/09/2020
CRITICAL
No i
Critical
9.8

GHSA-8g64-9cm2-838j: Malicious Package in bugfer-xor. Affects bugfer-xor versions >= 0.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

bugfer-xor is an npm package that is part of the Ethereum ecosystem. It provides functionality related to the Ethereum cryptocurrency. However, version 2.0.2 of the package contained malicious code that targeted Ethereum funds. This code performed unauthorized transactions to wallets not controlled by the user.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in bugfer-xor version 2.0.2 allowed an attacker to compromise Ethereum funds. By exploiting this vulnerability, the attacker could perform transactions to wallets without the user's consent or control. This could result in financial losses for the user. The severity of this vulnerability is rated as CRITICAL with a CVSS score of 9.8.

How To Fix

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Conclusion

In conclusion, the bugfer-xor package version 2.0.2 contained malicious code that targeted Ethereum funds. It is recommended to remove the package and verify the integrity of your Ethereum funds. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.

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FAQ

bugfer-xor is an npm package that provides functionality related to the Ethereum cryptocurrency.

Version 2.0.2 of bugfer-xor is the affected version that contains the malicious code.

The malicious code in bugfer-xor version 2.0.2 performed unauthorized transactions to wallets not controlled by the user, targeting Ethereum funds.

This vulnerability is rated as CRITICAL with a CVSS score of 9.8.

To protect your Ethereum funds, it is crucial to remove the malicious bugfer-xor package from your environment and ensure that no unauthorized transactions have occurred.

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How To Fix

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