Malicious Code Detected in external-api Package - MAL-2025-20105
Summary
MAL-2025-20105: Malicious code in external-api (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The external-api package is an npm library designed to facilitate interactions with various external APIs. It provides developers with a streamlined way to integrate third-party services into their applications. However, this package has been found to contain malicious code, posing significant security risks to users who implement it in their projects.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the external-api package stems from the inclusion of malicious code that can compromise the security of applications using this library. This code can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions within the affected systems. The issue was identified in version 0 and has been documented as MAL-2025-20105, highlighting the urgency for users to address this vulnerability.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall external-apiIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary measure, users can avoid using the external-api package until a secure version is released. Alternatively, consider using a different library that provides similar functionality without the associated risks.
Conclusion
The external-api package has been identified as containing malicious code, which poses a serious risk to applications that utilize it. Users are urged to update the package as soon as a patched version is available or to seek alternative solutions in the meantime. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help monitor for vulnerabilities in your projects.
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FAQ
The external-api package is an npm library that helps developers interact with various external APIs, simplifying the integration of third-party services.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, potentially compromising the security of applications that utilize this package.
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As of now, there is no patched version available. Users should monitor the package repository for updates and apply them as soon as they are released.
If you cannot update the package right away, consider using alternative libraries that offer similar functionality without the security risks associated with external-api.
