GHSA-5wq6-v5cw-jvfr Malicious Package in js-shas
A malicious version of the js-shas library steals Ethereum funds by performing 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-5wq6-v5cw-jvfr?
GHSA-5wq6-v5cw-jvfr is a vulnerability in js-shas, 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 0.8.0 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-5wq6-v5cw-jvfr?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including js-shas.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
js-shas npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
js-shas npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
How do I fix GHSA-5wq6-v5cw-jvfr?
No fix has been published for GHSA-5wq6-v5cw-jvfr yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-5wq6-v5cw-jvfr being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-5wq6-v5cw-jvfr in the wild and no public exploit code.