Malicious Code Detected in eslint-config-colourbox-example Package
Summary
MAL-2025-19824: Malicious code in eslint-config-colourbox-example (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The eslint-config-colourbox-example package is a configuration package for ESLint, a popular JavaScript linting utility. It is designed to help developers maintain code quality by enforcing coding standards and identifying potential errors in their JavaScript code. However, this package has been found to contain malicious code, posing a significant risk to users who incorporate it into their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the eslint-config-colourbox-example package stems from the inclusion of malicious code that can compromise the security of applications using this package. This code may lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions within the affected applications. The malicious code was introduced in version 0 and has been identified as a serious threat to developers relying on this package for their projects.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall eslint-config-colourbox-exampleIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, you can avoid using the eslint-config-colourbox-example package until a secure version is released. Consider using alternative ESLint configuration packages that do not have known vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The eslint-config-colourbox-example package has been identified as containing malicious code, posing a serious threat to developers. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor for any updates or alternative packages to ensure the security of your applications.
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FAQ
It is a configuration package for ESLint that helps enforce coding standards in JavaScript projects.
The package contains malicious code that can compromise application security.
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Remove the package immediately and check for any updates or patches that may address the vulnerability.
Yes, consider using other ESLint configuration packages that are well-maintained and do not have known vulnerabilities.
