GHSA-5327-gfq5-8f4m Malicious Package in buffer-xmr
A malicious npm package steals Ethereum funds by executing unauthorized transactions, requiring immediate removal and fund verification.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GHSA-5327-gfq5-8f4m?
GHSA-5327-gfq5-8f4m is a vulnerability in buffer-xmr, published on 3 Sep 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Version 2.0.2 contained malicious code. The package targeted the Ethereum cryptocurrency and performed transactions to wallets not controlled by the user.
Recommendation
Remove the package from your environment. Ensure no Ethereum funds were compromised.
Which versions are affected by GHSA-5327-gfq5-8f4m?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including buffer-xmr.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
buffer-xmr npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
buffer-xmr npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
How do I fix GHSA-5327-gfq5-8f4m?
No fix has been published for GHSA-5327-gfq5-8f4m yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-5327-gfq5-8f4m being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-5327-gfq5-8f4m in the wild and no public exploit code.