Malicious Code Detected in earhorn Package - MAL-2025-19082
Summary
MAL-2025-19082: Malicious code in earhorn (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The earhorn package is an npm library designed for audio manipulation and playback in web applications. It provides developers with tools to easily integrate sound features into their projects. However, the package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing significant security risks to users and their applications.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the earhorn package stems from the inclusion of malicious code that can compromise the security of applications using it. This code may allow unauthorized access to sensitive data, execute arbitrary commands, or disrupt normal application functionality. The issue was introduced in version 0 and affects all subsequent versions, making it critical for users to address this vulnerability promptly.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall earhornIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, users can avoid using the earhorn package and implement alternative libraries for audio manipulation. For example, consider using the 'howler.js' library, which can be installed via npm with the command: npm install howler.
Conclusion
The earhorn package has been identified to contain malicious code, posing serious security risks to applications that utilize it. Users are advised to remove the package and consider secure alternatives while monitoring for any updates or patches that may address this vulnerability.
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FAQ
The earhorn package is an npm library used for audio manipulation and playback in web applications.
The malicious code can compromise application security, allowing unauthorized access to data or execution of harmful commands.
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Remove the earhorn package from your project and consider using a secure alternative library for audio manipulation.
Currently, there is no patched version available. It is recommended to remove the package and use alternatives until a fix is released.
