Malicious Code Detected in epic-fortnite-shared-values Package
Summary
MAL-2025-6681: Malicious code in epic-fortnite-shared-values (npm). Affects epic-fortnite-shared-values versions >= 1.0.0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The epic-fortnite-shared-values package is an npm library that is intended to provide shared values for the popular game Fortnite. However, it has been identified as containing malicious code that communicates with a domain associated with harmful activities. This vulnerability poses significant risks to users and their systems.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability stems from the presence of embedded malicious code within the epic-fortnite-shared-values package. This code can compromise any computer that has the package installed, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The malicious nature of the code means that users should consider their systems fully compromised upon installation of this package.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall epic-fortnite-shared-valuesIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, users should ensure that the package is uninstalled using the command: npm uninstall epic-fortnite-shared-values. Additionally, users should monitor their systems for any unusual activity and consider using security tools to scan for further vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The epic-fortnite-shared-values package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses significant risks to users. Immediate action is required to remove the package and secure any sensitive information. Users are encouraged to utilize tools like Vulert to monitor for vulnerabilities in their applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package designed to provide shared values for Fortnite, but it has been compromised with malicious code.
If you have installed the epic-fortnite-shared-values package, your system may be compromised. It is advisable to remove the package immediately.
You should uninstall the package, rotate any sensitive information, and monitor your system for unusual activity.
Currently, there is no patched version available. The best course of action is to uninstall the package.
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