Malicious Code Detected in evo-web Package - Version 100.0.2
Summary
MAL-2025-3949: Malicious code in evo-web (npm). Affects evo-web versions 100.0.2 – 100.0.9. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The 'evo-web' package is a JavaScript library available on npm, designed for web development. It provides various functionalities that assist developers in building web applications. However, version 100.0.2 has been flagged for malicious behavior, raising concerns about its security and the integrity of applications that depend on it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the 'evo-web' package stems from its malicious code that executes commands associated with harmful behavior. This can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or system compromise. The OpenSSF Package Analysis project identified this issue, marking the package as malicious due to its potential to execute harmful operations on the host system.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall evo-webIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
If immediate upgrading is not feasible, consider removing the 'evo-web' package from your project until a secure version is confirmed. You can do this by running: npm uninstall evo-web.
Conclusion
The 'evo-web' package version 100.0.2 has been identified as malicious, posing significant security risks. Users are urged to update to version 100.0.5 or later to mitigate these risks. Utilizing tools like Vulert can further enhance your security posture by providing real-time vulnerability monitoring.
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FAQ
The malicious behavior involves executing commands that can compromise system security and integrity.
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Consider removing the 'evo-web' package from your project until a secure version is available.
Yes, version 100.0.2 is flagged as malicious. It is advisable to use version 100.0.5 or later.
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