Malicious Code Detected in deploy-benchmark-fork-bundle-dog Package
Summary
MAL-2025-18294: Malicious code in deploy-benchmark-fork-bundle-dog (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The deploy-benchmark-fork-bundle-dog package is an npm module designed for benchmarking deployment processes. It is utilized by developers to streamline and optimize their deployment workflows. However, this package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to applications that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the deploy-benchmark-fork-bundle-dog package. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications that utilize this package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. The presence of such code is particularly concerning as it can operate without the user's knowledge, making it difficult to detect and mitigate.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall deploy-benchmark-fork-bundle-dog
If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, consider using alternative packages that provide similar functionality without the associated risks. Review your project's dependencies and replace the deploy-benchmark-fork-bundle-dog package with a trusted alternative.
Conclusion
The deploy-benchmark-fork-bundle-dog package has been found to contain malicious code, posing a significant threat to applications that utilize it. It is crucial for developers to remove this package and seek alternatives to ensure the security of their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm module used for benchmarking deployment processes in software development.
The malicious code was identified through security assessments conducted by Amazon Inspector.
Using this package can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security vulnerabilities in your application.
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Remove the package from your project immediately and consider using a secure alternative.