GHSA-657v-jjf8-83gh Malicious Package in jsmsha3
A malicious npm package steals Ethereum funds by executing unauthorized transactions when installed.
- 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-657v-jjf8-83gh?
GHSA-657v-jjf8-83gh is a vulnerability in jsmsha3, 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-657v-jjf8-83gh?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including jsmsha3.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
jsmsha3 npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
jsmsha3 npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
How do I fix GHSA-657v-jjf8-83gh?
No fix has been published for GHSA-657v-jjf8-83gh yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-657v-jjf8-83gh being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-657v-jjf8-83gh in the wild and no public exploit code.