Critical Malicious Code Vulnerability in intel-telemetry Package
Summary
MAL-2025-5784: Malicious code in intel-telemetry (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The intel-telemetry package is an npm library designed to collect telemetry data from applications. It is commonly used in various JavaScript projects to monitor performance and usage metrics. However, this package has been compromised, embedding malicious code that poses significant security risks to any system utilizing it.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the inclusion of embedded malicious code within the intel-telemetry package. This code can lead to complete compromise of any computer running the package, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information such as secrets and keys. The malicious nature of this code is classified under CWE-506, indicating that it appears to be intentionally harmful. Users are advised to treat any system with this package installed as fully compromised.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall intel-telemetryIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a workaround, you can temporarily disable the functionality that relies on the intel-telemetry package until it is removed or updated. This can be done by commenting out the relevant import statements in your code, for example:
// const telemetry = require('intel-telemetry');
// telemetry.start();
Conclusion
The intel-telemetry package has been identified as containing malicious code that poses serious security threats. Users are urged to take immediate action to remove the package and secure their systems. Utilizing monitoring tools like Vulert can help prevent future vulnerabilities.
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FAQ
The intel-telemetry package is an npm library used for collecting telemetry data from applications, helping developers monitor performance and usage.
The embedded malicious code can compromise your system, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information and potentially leading to data breaches.
Immediately remove the intel-telemetry package and rotate any secrets or keys stored on the affected system to mitigate risks.
Yes, you can use Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time. You can check your application using the Vulert playground without any signup.
Regularly audit your dependencies, use tools like Vulert to monitor vulnerabilities, and keep your packages updated to their latest secure versions.
