Malicious Code Detected in catch-secure-user-benchmark-scale Package
Summary
MAL-2025-16661: Malicious code in catch-secure-user-benchmark-scale (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The catch-secure-user-benchmark-scale package is an npm module designed for benchmarking secure user operations. It aims to provide developers with tools to measure the performance of user-related functionalities in a secure environment. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the inclusion of malicious code within the catch-secure-user-benchmark-scale package. This code can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions within the applications that rely on this package. The malicious code was introduced in version 0 and affects all subsequent versions, making it critical for users to take immediate action to mitigate potential risks.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall catch-secure-user-benchmark-scaleIf 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 alternative benchmarking packages that do not have known vulnerabilities. Review your project's dependencies and replace catch-secure-user-benchmark-scale with a trusted package until a fix is available.
Conclusion
The catch-secure-user-benchmark-scale package has been compromised with malicious code, posing serious risks to applications that utilize it. Immediate action is required to remove the package and consider alternatives while monitoring for updates or patches.
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FAQ
It is an npm module designed for benchmarking secure user operations in applications.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized access and potential data breaches.
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Remove the package from your project and look for alternative solutions until a patched version is released.
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