Malicious Code Detected in dragduino Package - Vulnerability MAL-2025-18738
Summary
MAL-2025-18738: Malicious code in dragduino (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The dragduino package is an npm library designed for interfacing with Arduino devices, providing functionalities that allow developers to easily control and communicate with hardware components. However, it has been identified that this package contains malicious code, posing significant risks to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of malicious code within the dragduino package. This code can potentially compromise the security of applications that utilize this package, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other malicious activities. Users of the package are at risk of having their systems manipulated or their data exfiltrated due to this vulnerability.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall dragduinoIf 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 can remove the dragduino package from your project until a patched version is released. Use the following command to uninstall the package: 'npm uninstall dragduino'. This will help prevent any potential exploitation of the vulnerability.
Conclusion
The dragduino package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant risks to users. It is essential to take immediate action by uninstalling the package and monitoring for updates. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help keep your applications secure by providing real-time vulnerability alerts.
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FAQ
The dragduino package is an npm library that facilitates communication between software applications and Arduino hardware.
The specific nature of the malicious code has not been disclosed, but it poses risks such as unauthorized access and data breaches.
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Immediately uninstall the dragduino package and monitor for updates or patches that address the vulnerability.
As of now, there is no specific patched version available. Users are advised to uninstall the package until further notice.
