GHSA-whjr-jj69-7prm Malicious Package in import-mysql

Not scored Published

A malicious npm package exfiltrates system information to a remote server, requiring immediate removal from the environment.

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-whjr-jj69-7prm?

GHSA-whjr-jj69-7prm is a vulnerability in import-mysql, published on 3 Sep 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

This package contained malicious code. The package uploaded system information such as OS and hostname to a remote server.

Recommendation

Remove the package from your environment. There are no indications of further compromise.

Which versions are affected by GHSA-whjr-jj69-7prm?

2 open source packages ship an affected version, including import-mysql.

PackageAffectedFixed in
import-mysql npmFrom 0.0.0None
import-mysql npmFrom 0.0.0None

How do I fix GHSA-whjr-jj69-7prm?

No fix has been published for GHSA-whjr-jj69-7prm yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GHSA-whjr-jj69-7prm being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GHSA-whjr-jj69-7prm in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

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