Malicious Code Detected in Collageer Package - MAL-2025-17282
Summary
MAL-2025-17282: Malicious code in collageer (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'collageer' package is an npm library designed for creating and manipulating collages in web applications. It offers various functionalities such as image layering, resizing, and filtering. However, it has been found to contain malicious code that poses a significant security risk to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the 'collageer' package arises from the inclusion of malicious code that can compromise the security of applications using this library. This code may lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions within the affected systems. The malicious code was introduced in version 0 and affects all subsequent versions, making it critical for users to take immediate action.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall collageerIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, users can remove the 'collageer' package from their project until a secure version is released. This can be done using the following command: 'npm uninstall collageer'. Alternatively, consider using a different package that provides similar functionality without the security risks.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the 'collageer' package highlights the importance of maintaining secure dependencies in software projects. Users are urged to take immediate action by updating or removing the package to protect their applications from potential threats.
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FAQ
The 'collageer' package is an npm library used for creating and manipulating image collages in web applications.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized access and potential data breaches in applications using the package.
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Currently, there is no patched version available. Users should monitor the official repository for updates.
If immediate removal is not possible, consider isolating the affected code and limiting its exposure until a secure version is released.
