Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in config-log Package
Summary
MAL-2025-6011: Malicious code in config-log (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The config-log package is an npm library used for managing configuration logs in Node.js applications. It is designed to facilitate logging and tracking of configuration changes, making it easier for developers to maintain and debug their applications. However, this package has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses a significant threat to any system that has it installed.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of embedded malicious code within the config-log package. This code can compromise the security of any computer running the package, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The malicious nature of this code means that it can lead to severe security breaches, including data theft and system control by external entities. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-506, indicating that the product contains code that appears to be malicious in nature.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall config-logIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily disable the use of the config-log package in your application until it is confirmed safe or a patched version is released. This can be done by commenting out any require statements or import statements related to config-log in your code.
Conclusion
The config-log package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses a significant security risk. It is essential to remove the package and take necessary precautions to secure your system. Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities using tools like Vulert can help maintain the security of your applications.
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FAQ
The config-log package is an npm library used for managing configuration logs in Node.js applications.
The malicious code can compromise your system, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information and potentially giving control to external entities.
You should remove the config-log package immediately and rotate any secrets or keys stored on the affected computer.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts in real-time for open-source vulnerabilities in your software using just package-lock.json.
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