GHSA-5jgp-pg4f-q8vj Malicious Package in node-ftp
A malicious npm package exfiltrated system information to a remote server, requiring immediate removal from affected environments.
- 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-5jgp-pg4f-q8vj?
GHSA-5jgp-pg4f-q8vj is a vulnerability in node-ftp, published on 3 Sep 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
This package contained malicious code. The package uploaded system information such as OS and hostname to a remote server.
Recommendation
Remove the package from your environment. There are no indications of further compromise.
Which versions are affected by GHSA-5jgp-pg4f-q8vj?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including node-ftp.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
node-ftp npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
node-ftp npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
How do I fix GHSA-5jgp-pg4f-q8vj?
No fix has been published for GHSA-5jgp-pg4f-q8vj yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-5jgp-pg4f-q8vj being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-5jgp-pg4f-q8vj in the wild and no public exploit code.