GHSA-766v-7gjx-55hf Malicious Package in js-shq3

Not scored Published

Malicious code in the js-shq3 npm package steals Ethereum funds by performing unauthorized transactions to attacker-controlled wallets.

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-766v-7gjx-55hf?

GHSA-766v-7gjx-55hf is a vulnerability in js-shq3, 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-766v-7gjx-55hf?

2 open source packages ship an affected version, including js-shq3.

PackageAffectedFixed in
js-shq3 npmFrom 0.0.0None
js-shq3 npmFrom 0.0.0None

How do I fix GHSA-766v-7gjx-55hf?

No fix has been published for GHSA-766v-7gjx-55hf yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GHSA-766v-7gjx-55hf being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GHSA-766v-7gjx-55hf in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

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