GHSA-353r-3v84-9pjj Malicious Package in nothing-js
A malicious npm package deletes files during test execution, requiring developers to remove the compromised library from their projects.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is GHSA-353r-3v84-9pjj?
GHSA-353r-3v84-9pjj is a vulnerability in nothing-js, published on 1 Sep 2020. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
nothing-js contained a malicious script that attempted to delete all files when npm test was run.
Recommendation
This module has been unpublished from the npm Registry. If you find this module in your environment remove it.
Which versions are affected by GHSA-353r-3v84-9pjj?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including nothing-js.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
nothing-js npm | All versions | None |
nothing-js npm | All versions | None |
How do I fix GHSA-353r-3v84-9pjj?
No fix has been published for GHSA-353r-3v84-9pjj yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-353r-3v84-9pjj being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-353r-3v84-9pjj in the wild and no public exploit code.