Malicious Code Detected in cold-short-phi-public-code Package
Summary
MAL-2025-17278: Malicious code in cold-short-phi-public-code (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'cold-short-phi-public-code' package is an npm library designed for specific functionalities within JavaScript applications. It is utilized by developers for its features that enhance coding efficiency. However, it has been identified to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to applications that incorporate it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the 'cold-short-phi-public-code' package stems from the inclusion of malicious code. This code can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions within the applications that utilize this package. The malicious nature of the code was confirmed by security researchers, indicating that any version from the initial release is affected.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall cold-short-phi-public-codeIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, you may consider replacing the functionality provided by 'cold-short-phi-public-code' with alternative packages that do not have known vulnerabilities. Always ensure to review the security status of any new packages before integrating them into your project.
Conclusion
The 'cold-short-phi-public-code' package has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses a serious risk to applications using it. It is crucial to uninstall this package and consider alternatives to safeguard your application. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help you stay informed about vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
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FAQ
It is an npm package used in JavaScript applications, but it has been found to contain malicious code.
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You should uninstall the 'cold-short-phi-public-code' package immediately and look for alternative solutions.
Currently, there is no patched version available for the 'cold-short-phi-public-code' package. It is recommended to uninstall it.
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