Malicious Code Detected in friendlys Package - MAL-2025-20961
Summary
MAL-2025-20961: Malicious code in friendlys (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The friendlys package is an npm library designed for various functionalities within JavaScript applications. It is widely used for its ease of integration and utility functions. However, recent findings have revealed that this package contains malicious code, posing significant risks to applications that utilize it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the friendlys package stems from the inclusion of malicious code that can compromise the security of applications using it. This code can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other harmful actions within the affected systems. The malicious code was introduced in version 0 and has been flagged as a serious threat by security researchers.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall friendlysIf 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 remove the friendlys package from your project until a secure version is released. To do this, run: npm uninstall friendlys. This will prevent any malicious code from executing in your application.
Conclusion
The discovery of malicious code in the friendlys package poses a significant threat to applications utilizing it. It is crucial to update or remove the package to protect your application from potential security breaches. Stay informed about updates and utilize tools like Vulert to monitor vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
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FAQ
The friendlys package is an npm library used in JavaScript applications for various functionalities.
The malicious code can lead to unauthorized access and potential data breaches in applications using the friendlys package.
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Check the official npm repository for the friendlys package to see if a patched version has been released.
As a workaround, you should uninstall the friendlys package to mitigate the risk until a secure version is available.
