GHSA-p3jx-g34v-q56j Malicious Package in j3-sha3
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-p3jx-g34v-q56j?
GHSA-p3jx-g34v-q56j is a vulnerability in j3-sha3, 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-p3jx-g34v-q56j?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including j3-sha3.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
j3-sha3 npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
j3-sha3 npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
How do I fix GHSA-p3jx-g34v-q56j?
No fix has been published for GHSA-p3jx-g34v-q56j yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-p3jx-g34v-q56j being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-p3jx-g34v-q56j in the wild and no public exploit code.