GHSA-76xq-58hj-vwm2 Malicious Package in test-module-a
Malicious code in test-module-a hijacks npm packages by adding unauthorized maintainers, requiring immediate removal and security review.
- 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-76xq-58hj-vwm2?
GHSA-76xq-58hj-vwm2 is a vulnerability in test-module-a, published on 11 Sep 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
All versions of test-module-a contain malicious code as a preinstall script. The package fetches all names of npm packages owned by the user and attempts to add another maintainer to every package as a means of package hijacking,
Recommendation
Remove the package from your system. If you own any packages that were compromised please contact npm security immediately at [email protected]. Also enable 2FA for publishing to further secure packages you maintain.
Which versions are affected by GHSA-76xq-58hj-vwm2?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including test-module-a.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
test-module-a npm | All versions | None |
test-module-a npm | All versions | None |
How do I fix GHSA-76xq-58hj-vwm2?
No fix has been published for GHSA-76xq-58hj-vwm2 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-76xq-58hj-vwm2 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-76xq-58hj-vwm2 in the wild and no public exploit code.