GHSA-h2j3-gg8w-4858 Malicious Package in buffer-xos
A malicious npm package version 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-h2j3-gg8w-4858?
GHSA-h2j3-gg8w-4858 is a vulnerability in buffer-xos, 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 2.0.2 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-h2j3-gg8w-4858?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including buffer-xos.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
buffer-xos npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
buffer-xos npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
How do I fix GHSA-h2j3-gg8w-4858?
No fix has been published for GHSA-h2j3-gg8w-4858 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-h2j3-gg8w-4858 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-h2j3-gg8w-4858 in the wild and no public exploit code.