Malicious Activity Detected in burst-dash Package - Vulnerability MAL-2025-6916
Summary
MAL-2025-6916: Malicious code in burst-dash (npm). Affects burst-dash versions >= 2.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The burst-dash package is an npm library designed for creating dynamic dashboards. It allows developers to visualize data in real-time, offering features such as customizable widgets and interactive charts. However, this package has been identified to communicate with a domain associated with malicious activity, raising significant security concerns for users.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as MAL-2025-6916 originates from version 2.0.0 of the burst-dash package. It poses a serious risk as the package communicates with a domain linked to malicious activities, potentially leading to data breaches, unauthorized access, or the execution of harmful scripts. Users of this package should be aware of the implications, as it can compromise the integrity and confidentiality of their applications.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall burst-dashIf 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 burst-dash package from your project until a secure version is released. You can uninstall it using the command: npm uninstall burst-dash.
Conclusion
The burst-dash package has been flagged for a serious vulnerability that allows communication with a malicious domain. Users are advised to update or uninstall the package to mitigate potential risks. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor and alert for such vulnerabilities in real-time.
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FAQ
The burst-dash package is an npm library used for creating dynamic dashboards with customizable widgets and interactive charts.
This vulnerability indicates that the burst-dash package communicates with a domain associated with malicious activities, posing security risks.
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As a temporary measure, you should consider uninstalling the burst-dash package until a secure version is available.
The vulnerability was identified by Amazon Inspector, a security tool that helps in finding vulnerabilities in software packages.
