Malicious Code Detected in Feathers-Credstash: A Critical Security Alert
Summary
MAL-2025-20343: Malicious code in feathers-credstash (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
Feathers-Credstash is an npm package designed to integrate Feathers applications with AWS's Credstash for secure storage of secrets. It allows developers to easily manage sensitive information in a scalable manner. However, the package has been found to contain malicious code, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the feathers-credstash package stems from the inclusion of malicious code that can compromise the security of applications using this package. This code could potentially allow unauthorized access to sensitive data or enable other malicious activities. The issue was introduced in version 0 and affects all subsequent versions, making it critical for users to take immediate action.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall feathers-credstashIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, consider removing the feathers-credstash package from your project until a secure version is released. You can do this by executing the command: npm uninstall feathers-credstash.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the feathers-credstash package poses a serious threat to applications utilizing it. Immediate action is required to mitigate risks, including uninstalling the package and monitoring for updates. Utilizing tools like Vulert can help in identifying vulnerabilities in your projects.
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FAQ
The malicious code can compromise application security, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information.
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As of now, users are advised to uninstall the package until a secure version is released.
If immediate removal is not possible, ensure to monitor your application closely for any suspicious activity and plan for a swift update once a patch is available.
Detailed information can be found in the vulnerability report on GitHub: https://github.com/ossf/malicious-packages/blob/main/osv/malicious/npm/feathers-credstash/MAL-2025-20343.json.
