GHSA-p7qp-3fh7-pv4p Malicious Package in buffur-xor
A malicious npm package version executes unauthorized Ethereum transactions, stealing funds from users who install it.
- 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-p7qp-3fh7-pv4p?
GHSA-p7qp-3fh7-pv4p is a vulnerability in buffur-xor, 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-p7qp-3fh7-pv4p?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including buffur-xor.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
buffur-xor npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
buffur-xor npm | From 0.0.0 | None |
How do I fix GHSA-p7qp-3fh7-pv4p?
No fix has been published for GHSA-p7qp-3fh7-pv4p yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GHSA-p7qp-3fh7-pv4p being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GHSA-p7qp-3fh7-pv4p in the wild and no public exploit code.